Nutrient Database

Pregnenolone

other

Approved

General information about nutrients. No diagnosis, no medical advice. If you take medication, are pregnant or have a medical condition, talk to your doctor before taking supplements.

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Overview

Master precursor hormone from which all steroid hormones are derived. Levels decline with age.

Expert consensus: Mixed

Hormone precursor, use only under medical supervision with hormone testing.