DHEA vs. Wild Yam Cream: Understanding the Differences for Midlife Women
Wild yam cream does not convert to DHEA in the body, despite the marketing. Here is what each actually is and why the difference matters.
DHEA for Vaginal Dryness in Perimenopause: Exploring a Targeted Solution
Vaginal DHEA targets GSM locally rather than systemically. Here is the evidence for dryness relief and the safety points that go with it.
DHEA Side Effects in Women: Understanding Acne, Hair Growth, and Other Potential Changes
Acne, unwanted hair growth, scalp thinning and voice changes are the androgenic effects to watch for when women supplement with DHEA.
Oral vs. Topical DHEA: Understanding Delivery Methods for Midlife Women
Oral DHEA passes through liver metabolism; topical DHEA does not. How absorption differs and what that means for midlife symptoms.
Monitoring DHEA Supplementation: The Importance of Regular Blood Tests for Women
Why DHEA-S blood testing matters when supplementing, what the test measures, how often to repeat it, and how to read the result.
Understanding DHEA Long-Term Safety for Women in Perimenopause
What long-term DHEA safety data covers for perimenopausal women, the hormone-sensitive tissue question, and what to monitor over time.
DHEA and Hot Flashes: Understanding the Evidence for Midlife Women
Whether DHEA helps hot flashes and night sweats, what the trials found, and why compounded bioidentical claims deserve caution.
DHEA Forms: Understanding Absorption, Bioavailability, and Efficacy for Midlife Women
Why DHEA form matters: oral doses face first-pass metabolism, while transdermal and vaginal routes bypass it. What that means in practice.
DHEA and Perimenopausal Fatigue: Understanding its Potential Role in Energy Levels
Fatigue is common in perimenopause. Here is what DHEA research suggests about energy, the proposed mechanisms, and the limits of evidence.
DHEA for Brain Fog and Cognitive Function in Perimenopause: An Evidence Review
An evidence review of DHEA for perimenopausal brain fog: what trials measured, what they found, and the lifestyle factors that matter.
DHEA and Weight Management in Perimenopause: Exploring a Potential Link
Body composition shifts during perimenopause. Here is what the evidence says about DHEA and weight management, including null findings.
DHEA and Stress Response in Perimenopause: Supporting Midlife Resilience
How DHEA relates to the stress response in perimenopause, what the cortisol research shows, and what it means for midlife resilience.