A non-stimulant diet pill ingredient also known as 7-Keto DHEA, this one seems to be gaining in popularity of late.
Natural DHEA is produced by our adrenal glands, circulating through the blood stream where it is converted into the hormones testosterone and estrogen. Natural DHEA contributes to improved immune system function, warding off the signs of aging, and keeping metabolism humming by enhancing energy - which, of course, translates to weight control. Sounds great, but the problem is that our bodies' production of DHEA reach its peak between the ages of 20 and 30, and then begins to decline rapidly. Which makes sense, then, when you consider that for many people, slowed metabolism, weight gain and signs of aging don't tend to become problems until middle age.
At one time, researchers thought that the key to reversing these trends was to administer DHEA supplements to people as they got older. But testing revealed that the supplements caused the unfortunate side effect of raising testosterone and estrogen levels in the subjects, which presented all manner of negative side effects and potentially increased health risk. 7 Keto DHEA is the spawn of this research, and claims to provide all of the goodness of natural DHEA while being entirely free of the bad hormonal side effects.
7-Keto is reputed to be a wonder drug for weight loss. It is found in a number of diet pills available online, and you will note that they are all on the expensive end of the spectrum. Brands include Slimirex, Musclean, Natural Trim 3X and a host of others with "7 Keto" in the title. If you're inclined to splurge, note that there is no scientific evidence to support the claims that 7-Keto accelerates weight loss, and further - no studies exist yet to show what effects the long term use of 7-Keto might have. Proceed at your health's - and your wallet's - risk.
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