Clinical Protocol

7-Day DHEA-S Support Plan

A nutrition strategy to support adrenal health and DHEA production, the precursor to sex hormones.

Protocol Objectives
Cholesterol

DHEA is made from cholesterol. Dietary cholesterol (eggs, butter, shrimp) supports production, especially in low-fat dieters.

Insulin Control

High insulin lowers DHEA. A low-glycemic or moderate carb diet helps preserve levels.

Healthy Fats

Omega-3s and monounsaturated fats provide the environment for healthy cell signaling.

Calorie Balance

Severe calorie restriction drops DHEA. Eat at maintenance.

Day 1 Cholesterol
Breakfast
3 Eggs
Yolks needed.
Lunch
Shrimp Salad
High cholesterol.
Dinner
Steak
Animal fat.
Day 2 Low Sugar
Breakfast
Avocado & Bacon
Savory start.
Lunch
Chicken Caesar
Low carb.
Dinner
Salmon & Greens
No dessert.
Day 3 Healthy Fats
Breakfast
Coconut Yogurt
MCTs.
Lunch
Olive Oil Tuna
Healthy fats.
Dinner
Guacamole & Beef
Fatty meal.
Day 4 Protein
Breakfast
Greek Yogurt
Protein.
Lunch
Turkey Breast
Lean.
Dinner
Pork Chop
Meat.
Day 5 Magnesium
Breakfast
Pumpkin Seeds
Mineral.
Lunch
Spinach Salad
Greens.
Dinner
Beans
Legumes.
Day 6 Gut Health
Breakfast
Sauerkraut & Eggs
Probiotic.
Lunch
Bone Broth
Gut lining.
Dinner
Fiber Veggies
Prebiotic.
Day 7 Maintenance
Breakfast
Omelet
Standard.
Lunch
Salad
Greens.
Dinner
Fish
Protein.

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Protocol Guidelines & Science
Stress

Chronic stress 'steals' pregnenolone to make cortisol, leaving less substrate for DHEA. Stress management is key.

Scientific References:
1. Rutters, F., et al. (2010). 'The association between psychosocial stress and metabolic syndrome...'