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Also known as:![](images/fact.gif)
Dehydroepiandrosterone
What it's supposed to do?
Burn fat, build muscles, boost
libido, strengthen immune system, prevent heart disease.
How it's supposed to work?
DHEA is protein made in our
bodies and turned into the hormones testosterone and estrogen. Taking
DHEA is thought to maybe increase testosterone levels in the body.
Does it work?
Depends. It has not been
shown to help increase muscles or cause weight loss. It can help some
people with certain medical diseases like Lupus, or women with menopause.
Is it safe?
NO!
Same as for Testosterone: liver
disease, cancer, aggressive behavior, breast enlargement in men, etc.
Banned by the NFL, NHL and IOCC.
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