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7-Keto DHEA

Uses

7-KETO (3-acetyl-7-oxo-dehydroepiandrosterone) is a naturally occurring metabolite (breakdown product) of the hormone dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA).1 DHEA is the most abundant of the adrenal steroid hormones and serves as a precursor for sex hormones, such as estrogen and testosterone.

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This supplement has been used in connection with the following health conditions:

Used for Why
2 Stars
Obesity
100 mg twice per day
7-Keto DHEA was found in a single randomized controlled trial to promote weight loss in people with overweight and obesity.
7-Keto DHEA (3-acetyl-7-oxo-dehydroepiandrosterone) is a derivative of DHEA that may influence hormone signaling related to fat production and distribution. 7-Keto DHEA was found to promote weight loss in in one double-blind placebo-controlled trial. The trial included 30 participants with overweight or obesity who engaged in a cross-training exercise program for 60 minutes three times per week, were instructed to eat a diet providing 1,800-calories per day, and were given either 100 mg of 7-keto DHEA or placebo twice daily. After eight weeks, those receiving 7-keto DHEA had lost more weight and lowered their percentage of body fat more than those taking a placebo. In addition, they had increased levels of active thyroid hormone (triiodothyronine or T3), which plays a major role in determining metabolic rate.

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