Hormones can feel like a mystery—especially as we age. One minute you’re thriving, and the next you’re exhausted, irritable, foggy, or just not yourself. Most people try to fix the issue with the “big three”: estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Let’s break it down simply.
The Prohormone Foundation: DHEA & Pregnenolone
Before your body makes the major hormones, it needs precursors—prohormones like DHEA and pregnenolone. DHEA is a powerhouse. Without it, your progesterone levels drop, you stop producing estrone (a type of estrogen), and testosterone and estradiol production slows to a crawl. DHEA supports over 150 processes in the body, including:
- Bone density
- Mood stability
- Libido
- Motivation and drive (especially for women)
Pregnenolone is the “grandparent” hormone—your body turns it into whatever it needs, helping bring your entire system back into balance.
Keep Estrogen and Testosterone in Check
Ever heard of DIM (diindolylmethane)? This natural compound supports healthy estrogen metabolism. It helps regulate how much testosterone gets converted to estrogen through a process called aromatization. Think of DIM as a hormone traffic cop, keeping levels where they belong—estrogen in its lane, testosterone in its own.
Putting It All Together
If you’re trying to balance your hormones naturally:
- Add DHEA to support foundational hormone levels
- Include pregnenolone to supply what your body’s missing
- Use DIM to keep hormonal conversions in check
This trio helps your body work smarter—not harder. When the foundation is solid, the rest tends to fall into place. It’s not about overriding your system; it’s about supporting it with the tools it needs.
Hormones are complex—but fixing them doesn’t have to be.
