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DHEA vs DHEA-S: Why Both Neurosteroids Are Vital for Brain Health
Posted by Ben White on
DHEA and DHEA-S are the most abundant steroid hormones in the body and play a critical role in brain health, mood regulation, and cognitive function. This article explains the biochemical distinction between the two, how they act as neurosteroids, and why measuring DHEA-S is the gold standard for assessing adrenocortical activity.
Diurnal Fluctuations in Norepinephrine and Epinephrine Levels as Part of the Healthy Stress Response
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Norepinephrine and epinephrine follow a distinct diurnal rhythm — rising through the morning, peaking in the afternoon, and falling at night. When this pattern is disrupted by chronic stress, the consequences ripple through every hormonal system in the body. Learn how the stress response works and how dried urine testing can reveal imbalances.