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Pregnenolone 10 mg

$25.80

Natural precursor to over 150 steroid hormones*
Gluten Free Gluten Free
Non GMO Non GMO
Vegan Vegan
Vegetarian Vegetarian
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Certified Gluten-Free by the Gluten-Free Certification Organization, www.gluten.org*

  • Supports the immune system, mood and memory health*
  • Helps support hormones in the body*
  • Made with hypoallergenic, vegan ingredients

Pregnenolone is a natural precursor to over 150 steroid hormones and helps support the immune system, mood and memory.*

Pregnenolone, 3-alpha-hydroxy-5-beta-pregnen-20-one, is a natural steroid hormone produced in the body from cholesterol. It has been described as the “Grandmother of all Steroid Hormones,” since all steroid hormones, over 150 of them, are derived from pregnenolone. Pregnenolone has been linked with positive support of the immune system, mood and memory. In the body, it is converted to DHEA and/or progesterone. It is likely that the body will convert pregnenolone appropriately, according to its needs. Studies show that the body makes 60% less of this hormone at age 75 than it does at age 35.*

What is it

Pregnenolone, 3-alpha-hydroxy-5-beta-pregnen-20-one, is a precursor to over 150 steroid hormones and is produced naturally in the body from cholesterol.

Uses For Pregnenolone

  1. Memory Support: Animal studies have reported that pregnenolone may help to enhance memory by modulating N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) and gamma aminobutyrate (GABA) receptor activity in the brain. One study suggested that pregnenolone helped promote post-trainingtasklearningandmemory.*
  2. ImmuneHealth: One study indicated that the 7-hydroxymetabolites from pregnenolone may help promote healthy immune system response.*
  3. Mood Support: Pregnenolone has been reported to help promote feelings of emotional well-being. One study suggested that pregnenolone supported positive mood and feelings of motivation by mediating dopamine release.*

What Is The Source?

The compound diosgenin is extracted from wild yam and undergoes a proprietary synthetic process to develop the pregnenolone compound. The human body cannot metabolize wild yam into pregnenolone. This process can only take place in a laboratory. Hypoallergenic plant fiber is derived from pine cellulose.

Recommendations

This product should not be taken by individuals with healthy levels of pregnenolone.

• PureEncapsulations® recommends 10–30mg daily, with a meal, preferably in the morning or early afternoon.

• Pregnenolone should only be used under the direction and supervision of a health professional.

• Practitioners are advised to test Pregnenolone levels before making the decision to commence supplementation, and to monitor levels if supplementation is initiated, ensuring that proper levels are maintained.

• Pregnenolone is best utilized by individuals over 40,and should not be used to enhance athletic ability or endurance.

Are There Any Precautions Or Potential Side Effects?

  • NOT FOR USE BY INDIVIDUALS UNDER THE AGE OF 18.
  • DO NOT USE IF PREGNANT OR NURSING.
  • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
  • Consult a physician or licensed qualified health professional before using this product if you have, or have a family history of breast cancer, prostate cancer, prostate enlargement, heart disease, low “good” cholesterol (HDL), or if you are using any other dietary supplement, prescription drug, or over-the-counter drug.
  • Do not exceed the recommended serving.
  • Exceeding the recommended serving may cause serious adverse health effects.

Potential Side Effects

  • Possible side effects include acne, hairloss,hairgrowthontheface (in women), aggressiveness, irritability, and increased levels of estrogen.
  • Discontinue use and call a physician or licensedqualifiedhealth professional immediately if you experience rapid heartbeat, dizziness, blurred vision, or other similar symptoms.
  • When taken at higher levels,irritability, over-stimulationand fatigue have been observed.
  • Due to its effects on the GABA receptor in the central nervous system, supplementation with pregnenolone could cause problems in people with a history of seizures.

Are There Any Potential Drug Interactions?

  • Pregnenolone may inhibit drugs used to increase GABA activity (e.g., Neurontin); these drugs are frequently used in the treatment of epilepsy and depression.*

 

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Ingredients

Pregnenolone 10 mg. Supplemental Facts Amount Per Serving each vegetarian capsule contains: pregnenolone10 mg. (3-alpha-hydroxy-5-beta-pregnen-20-one) other ingredients: hypoallergenic plant fiber (cellulose), vegetarian capsule (cellulose, water) WARNING: NOT FOR USE BY INDIVIDUALS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 YEARS. DO NOT USE IF PREGNANT OR NURSING. Consult a physician or licensed qualified healthcare professional before using this product if you have, or have a family history of, prostate cancer, prostate enlargement, heart disease, low “good” cholesterol (HDL), or if you are using any other dietary supplement, prescription drug, or over-the-counter drug. Do not exceed the recommended serving. Exceeding the recommended serving may cause serious adverse health effects. Possible side effects include acne, hair loss, hair growth on the face (in women), aggressiveness, irritability, and increased levels of estrogen. Discontinue use and call a physician or licensed qualified health care professional immediately if you experience rapid heartbeat, dizziness, blurred vision, or other similar symptoms. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. To report any adverse event call 1-800-332-1088. 1 capsule per day, with a meal.