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Types of 7-Keto DHEA: Forms & Bioavailability

Evidence:Preliminary
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Forms Comparison

FormBioavailabilityBest For
7-Keto DHEA CapsulesModerateStandard oral supplementation — the form used in both clinical trials
3-Acetyl-7-Keto DHEAModerateAcetylated form that may have improved stability

7-Keto DHEA Capsules

Bioavailability: Moderate. Best for: Standard oral supplementation — the form used in both clinical trials.

3-Acetyl-7-Keto DHEA

Bioavailability: Moderate. Best for: Acetylated form that may have improved stability.

Full 7-Keto DHEA Guide

References

  1. RCTZenk JL, Frestedt JL, Kuskowski MA (2007). HUM5007, a novel combination of thermogenic compounds, and 3-acetyl-7-oxo-dehydroepiandrosterone: each increases the resting metabolic rate of overweight adults. Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry. DOI PubMed
  2. ReviewJeyaprakash N, Maeder S, Janka H, Stute P (2023). A systematic review of the impact of 7-keto-DHEA on body weight.. Archives of gynecology and obstetrics. DOI PubMed