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The Effects of DHEA

Purported to have many benefits and effects, dehydroepiandrosterone is most often referred to as a multifunction steroid. This compound is naturally secreted by the human adrenal glands. Being classified in the broader sense, it is a neurosteroid. While its effects are not entirely recognized or fully studied, it has been shown to help some individuals deal with systemic lupus erythemoatosus.

Other studied have made claims that DHEA, as it is commonly referred to, lowers cholesterol. Additional studies were done to see the results on Alzheimer’s patients, but the end results were found to be inconclusive and largely ineffective. Most commonly, however, DHEA is offered over-the-counter as a dietary supplement.


Posted by Shopping4Her  (June 19, 2009)    |    add comment    |    Comments (0)

The Health Benefits Of Grape Seed Extract

There are many supplements available today to help promote health. One that is derived from a fruit we all grew up with is grape seed extract. It is for the chemicals known as polyphenols that we benefit from the extract.

Tests in the laboratory, animal studies and human case reports show that the extract is useful in treating heart diseases such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure. There also has been some indications that it can also help with healing wounds, preventing tooth decay, enhance bone density and even helps the skin. More research is being done to finalize conclusions about the grape seed extract but it is good to know that this is something that we have been eating all along!


Posted by Shopping4Her  (January 8, 2009)    |    add comment    |    Comments (0)

Boost Your Immune System & Build Muscle

Decrease your muscle soreness, speed up recovery time and boost your body’s immune system. According to researches, 5-15 grams of L-glutamine supplementation a day can provide you with these benefits. L-glutamine is the most established amino acid in the blood and skeletal muscle tissue.

Athletes who over-train are found to have low blood L-glutamine levels. Thus, supplementation with Total Recovery L-glutamine + MSM can help in muscle recuperation and improve immune system function. MSM provides the flexible bond between proteins and replenishes organs by increasing blood circulation and contributing to general tissue detoxification.


Posted by Shopping4Her  (January 8, 2009)    |    add comment    |    Comments (0)