7-Keto® Named Gold Standard Weight Loss Ingredient

By Dr. Mark Tallon.

MINNEAPOLIS – April 11, 2007 – In a recently published article in Penton Media’s Functional Foods & Nutraceuticals, magazine, 7-Keto® from Humanetics Corporation was named by Dr. Mark Tallon as one of three weight loss ingredients in the top tier of his efficacy pyramid. The article specifically targeted the dietary supplement weight loss ingredient category, exploring the current ingredients available and how they measure up against toxicological, in vitro and in vivo human-controlled efficacy & safety trial criteria.

“As a scientist I always ask, show me the data, when it comes to products that claim to influence weight loss,” says Dr. Mark J Tallon, CEO, OxygeniX, Ltd and CR-Technologies, LLP.  “The evidence for such products ranges from extensive to zero.  To build back consumer confidence, we need to begin separating those proven products from those lacking data,” says Dr. Tallon.

7-Keto (3-acetyl-7-oxo dehydroepiandrosterone) is a naturally occurring substance produced by the body in the adrenal glands and its production declines with age. It is a non-stimulant, thermogenic agent that is clinically proven to increase metabolism and promote healthy weight loss.  7-Keto works naturally with the body to enhance the activity of three thermogenic enzymes – Glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase, Malic Enzyme & Fatty Acyl CoA Oxidase. The up-regulation of these three key fat burning, thermogenic enzymes promotes weight loss without stimulants and produces 3 times more weight loss than diet & exercise alone.

To support the effectiveness of 7-Keto for weight loss, two double-blinded placebo-controlled clinical trials were independently conducted and have been published in peer-reviewed journals.  In addition, a third clinical study of overweight adults that were administered 7-Keto in conjunction with a calorie restricted diet produced a statistically significant 5.4% increase in daily RMR when compared to a calorie restricted diet only.  Specifically, 7-Keto plus a restricted calorie diet demonstrated an increase in RMR of 1.4% above baseline levels versus a 3.9% decrease in RMR in the restricted calorie diet only group.

“We’re delighted that 7-Keto continues to receive the recognition it deserves for being one of the best weight loss ingredients available to consumers today,” says Scott Steil, Vice President Sales & Marketing, Humanetics Corporation.  “With research that has spanned 16 years and rigorous toxicology, pharmacokinetic and human efficacy & safety trials, we feel 7-Keto has definitely earned its spot at the top of the pyramid,” says Steil.

About Dr. Mark Tallon
Dr. Mark J. Tallon received his Ph.D. from Southampton University in Muscle Biochemistry. He has worked with some of the worlds leading biochemists including world-renowned creatine research Professor Roger Harris. He has a broad interest in exercise physiology and nutrition, with special expertise in nutritional biochemistry and its applications in the enhancement of elite athletic performance. Dr. Tallon also holds a first degree with honors in exercise physiology, a Masters degree in nutrition science and a PhD in nutritional biochemistry.

Dr. Tallon worked as a key consultant to many companies including Labrada Inc, iSatori Global Laboratories and EAS to name a few. Until recently Dr.Tallon was Chief Science Officer of Oxygenix Ltd, a consultancy firm specializing in European, Pan-American and Asian regulatory compliance of dietary supplements.  In 2006, Dr. Tallon completed a comprehensive Management Report for Business Insights, Ltd. entitled Discussing Key Trends In Nutraceutical Food & Drinks. For more information about Dr. Tallon, visit http://www.oxygenix-consultancies.com.

Dr. Tallon is currently a member of the Institute of Biology and the Nutrition society of Great Britain and through these societies is currently registered as a certified biologist and nutritionist. Other affiliations include Institute of Food Technologists, American Botanical Council, American College of Nutrition, The Physiological Society and the American Medical Writers Association

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