Androstenedione - Dietary Supplements For Health & Fitness

Androstenedione (Androstene)

Androstenedione is a hormone that is synthesized into Testosterone. Claims include a temporary boost in Testosterone levels allowing greater performance and enhanced recovery and a heightened sexual function. There is some indication that this supplement may decrease the natural production of testosterone at higher intake levels. It is legal in some countries and not in others without a prescription. For a reference, DHEA, with the assistance of enzymes, is converted to Androstenedione, which is then converted to Testosterone. There is a move to reclassify this supplement as a drug. Maintaining proper levels of testosterone is vital to overall body growth and maintenance. However, most people's levels are adequate. Too much testosterone can cause a host of problems including kidney, liver, heart failures as well as personality changes. Manufacturers of this supplement recommend a minimum of 1.5 grams of protein per pound of body weight. Androstenedione may decrease natural testosterone production.

Possible Health Hazards: Personality changes, impotence.

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Dietary Supplements

• Androstenedione (Androstene)
• Chromium
• Choline
• Creatine Monohydrate
• DHEA
• Ephedra (Ma Huang)
• GABA
• L-Glutamine
• Synephrine
• Yohimbe