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Pregnenolone

"Mother hormone" precursor to all steroid hormones (DHEA, progesterone, testosterone, estrogen, cortisol)

Gabriel Score
68/ 100Good
CategoryHormonal
Applications5 conditions
FormsPregnenolone (micronized)
How it works

"Mother hormone" precursor to all steroid hormones (DHEA, progesterone, testosterone, estrogen, cortisol)

Typical Dosage

10-50mg/day (individualized based on testing)

Used for
Memory declineFatigueLow hormone levelsMood disordersStress

Practical Guide

Available Forms

Pregnenolone (micronized)

Natural Food Sources

  • •Produced from cholesterol (not a food)

Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner.

The Science

Evidence Base

Good68/100

Precursor to all steroid hormones; enhances memory; requires monitoring; may affect multiple hormone pathways

Works Well With

DHEA (downstream)Progesterone (downstream)

Safety Profile

Interactions
  • May interact with hormone therapies
  • May affect downstream hormones unpredictably
Contraindications
  • Hormone-sensitive cancers
  • Seizure disorders

Trusted Brands

Pure EncapsulationsLife ExtensionThorneDouglas Labs

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CategoryHormonal
Applications5
Gabriel Score68/100

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