13 Popular Weight Loss Supplements - 2
2. 7-KETO
7-KETO, short for 3-acetyl-7-oxo-dehydroepiandrosterone, is a naturally occurring metabolite of the dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), a hormone produced by the body. DHEA is the most abundant of the adrenal steroid hormones and function as a precursor for many important for sex hormones, such as estrogen and testosterone.
While claims have not be conclusively substantiated by clinical trails many individuals who have taken 7-KETO in conjunction with with proper diet and exercise report that it has promoted weith loss. Those of the medical professional believe that only those who have been tested and found to be low in DHEA should consider taking 7-KETO as a supplement as it may improve metabolism and energy levels. For those taking 200 mg or less of 7-KETO daily no major side effects are known.
3. Arginine
Arginine is an essential amino acid that is believed to aid in healing wounds, helping to eliminate ammonia from the body, improving immune function, and enhancing production of several hormones including glucagon, insulin, and growth hormone.
The effect of arginine on growth hormone levels has implicit value in the body building industry in particular. In studies when arginine was combined with vigorous exercise and weight training, a much greater decrease in body fat was obtained after only five weeks than when the same exercise was combined with a placebo.