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7-Keto DHEA

What is 7-Keto DHEA?

A metabolite of DHEA that is NOT converted to testosterone or estrogen, marketed for metabolism/fat loss — though evidence is weak.

How 7-Keto DHEA works

A DHEA metabolite that doesn't convert to sex hormones; proposed to modestly support metabolic rate, but human evidence is mixed and limited.

Benefits & uses

  • Marketed for metabolism/fat loss (evidence weak)
  • Does not convert to testosterone/estrogen

Common uses: Metabolism/fat-loss marketing, non-hormonal DHEA alternative.

Fat Loss

7-Keto DHEA dosage

Typical dose
100–200 mg daily (commonly split)

7-Keto DHEA side effects

  • Generally well tolerated
  • Changes in blood hormone parameters reported

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