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Description
7-KETO DHEA is a naturally occurring metabolite derived from DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone). It can be found in many of our body tissues but cannot be converted to active androgens (testosterone) and estrogens. 7-KETO DHEA is more potent than other DHEA. As part of an exercise program, 7-KETO DHEA may improve lean body mass and enable the body to build muscle in a growth promoting environment. 7-Keto DHEA has also been shown to increase thermogenesis, or your body's ability to burn calories. Give your training efforts a boost with this non-hormonal, non-androgenic derivative of DHEA. When we age the ability to control our quality of life becomes an issue for all of us. The application of aging research into the steroid dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) has helped our understanding of age induced losses of functional capacity, and has subsequently lead to the discovery of a relatively new compound "7-OXO-DHEA". 7 - Keto as it is more commercially known may have physiological actions that allow us to train well into old age. Recent studies suggest it may also have applications to a youthful, healthy, and physically active population. So the questions beckon; is there evidence to support 7-keto use over a broad spectrum of ages? And if so, how can it affect our physiques? (Please see research below) Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Capsules Amount Per Serving: 7-Keto: 100mg Research
"A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo Controlled Study of 3-Acetyl-7-Oxo-Dehydroepiandrosterone in Healthy Overweight Adults," Kalman, DS., Colker, CM., Swain, MA., Torina, GC., Shi, Q. Current Therapeutics, (7):435-442 2000 Objective: Results:
Zenk J, Helmer T, Kassen L, et al. The effects of NaturaLean on weight loss: A randomised, double blind, placebo controlled Trial. Curr Ther Res. 2002;63:263-272. This study evaluated whether a commercial weight-loss product (Lean System 7) would result in less reduction in resting metabolic rate (RMR) in overweight subjects on a calorie-restricted diet and exercise regimen than in subjects using diet and exercise alone. Methods
In this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, healthy overweight adults were given three capsules of a commercial weight-loss product twice daily or an identical placebo and followed a calorie-restricted diet and an exercise program for 8 wk. RMR, body weight, body mass index, waist and hip circumferences, and body composition by dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry were measured at baseline and week 8. An intention-to-treat analysis was performed. Results
Of 47 adults enrolled, 35 completed the study. Subjects taking the commercial weight-loss product had a significant (P = 0.03) increase in RMR, 7.2% increase versus 0.7% decrease in the placebo group. Subjects taking the commercial weight-loss product also had a significant (P = 0.04) decrease in hip circumference, 3.78 cm versus 2.07 cm in the placebo group. There were no other statistically significant differences in any other outcome variable, diet composition, exercise compliance, or adverse events. Conclusion
The results of this study showed that administration of a commercial weight-loss product to overweight adults in conjunction with a calorie-restricted diet and moderate exercise program effectively reverses the decrease in RMR associated with calorie restriction within this study population. The commercial weight-loss product was well tolerated, and there were no serious adverse events over the 8 wk studied Relevant Studies Kalman DS, Colker CM, Swain MA, et al. A randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled study of 3-acetyl-7-oxo-dehydroepiandrosterone in healthy overweight adults. Curr Ther Res. 2000;61:435-442. Zenk J, Helmer T, Kassen L, et al. The effects of NaturaLean on weight loss: A randomised, double blind, placebo controlled Trial. Curr Ther Res. 2002;63:263-272.
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