Pregnenolone Therapy
The "mother hormone" for brain function and hormone production
What is Pregnenolone?
Pregnenolone is often called the "mother hormone" or "grandmother hormone" because it serves as the starting material from which nearly all other steroid hormones are made - including DHEA, progesterone, cortisol, estrogen, and testosterone.
Produced primarily from cholesterol in the adrenal glands, brain, and other tissues, pregnenolone is the first step in your body's hormone production cascade. Beyond its role as a precursor, pregnenolone is also a potent neurohormone - a hormone that directly affects brain function.
The Hormone Cascade
Cholesterol → Pregnenolone → branches into DHEA (which becomes testosterone/estrogen) and Progesterone (which becomes cortisol and aldosterone). When pregnenolone is low, the entire downstream hormone production suffers.
Pregnenolone and Brain Function
Pregnenolone has particularly important effects on the brain:
Memory Enhancement
Supports memory formation and recall. Research shows it may be one of the most potent memory enhancers known.
Neuroprotection
Protects brain cells from damage and supports nerve cell growth and repair.
Mood Support
Helps regulate mood, reduce anxiety, and support overall emotional well-being.
Mental Clarity
Reduces brain fog and enhances mental sharpness and cognitive function.
Signs of Low Pregnenolone
- Memory problems and brain fog
- Difficulty concentrating
- Decreased mental sharpness
- Fatigue and low energy
- Depression or anxiety
- Poor stress tolerance
- Joint pain and stiffness
- Low libido
- Dry skin
- General decline in well-being
Benefits of Pregnenolone Optimization
- Enhanced Memory - Improved memory formation, storage, and recall
- Better Cognitive Function - Sharper thinking, improved concentration
- Mood Balance - More stable mood, reduced anxiety and depression
- Energy Support - Improved vitality through better hormone production
- Joint Comfort - May help reduce joint pain and inflammation
- Hormone Foundation - Supports production of all downstream hormones
- Stress Resilience - Better ability to handle physical and emotional stress
Who May Benefit?
Adults Over 40
Pregnenolone naturally declines with age, often dropping significantly by middle age.
Adrenal Dysfunction
Those with adrenal fatigue often have low pregnenolone as the body diverts resources to cortisol production.
Cognitive Concerns
Anyone experiencing brain fog, memory issues, or cognitive decline.
Chronic Stress
Long-term stress depletes pregnenolone as it's converted to stress hormones.
Our Approach
1Test First
We measure pregnenolone levels along with other hormones to understand your complete hormonal picture.
2Individualized Dosing
Doses typically range from 10-100mg daily, determined by your levels and symptoms.
3Quality Products
We use pharmaceutical-grade pregnenolone for purity and accurate dosing.
4Monitoring
Regular follow-up to assess response and adjust dosing as needed.
Safety Profile
Pregnenolone has an excellent safety profile and has been used for decades. Side effects are rare at appropriate doses. Because it's a precursor hormone, your body uses what it needs and the rest remains as pregnenolone. Medical supervision ensures optimal use.
Support Your Brain and Hormones
Pregnenolone is foundational for both cognitive function and hormone balance. Schedule your consultation to see if optimization is right for you.
8144 E. Cactus Rd, Ste 820, Scottsdale, AZ 85260