7-Keto-DHEA is a natural metabolite of Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) whose level in the body declines with age. Its decline is often accompanied with a decrease in metabolic rate. However unlike DHEA 7-Keto-DHEA does not convert to estrogen or testosterone. 7-KETO is a patented ingredient that has been shown in clinical studies to assist in the maintenance of a healthy body weight and helps to maximize results of a proper diet and exercise. In addition to 7-Keto-DHEA NOW 7-KETO LeanGels includes a special helathy metabolilsm blend consisting of Green Tea extract Acetyl-L-Carnitine and Rhodiola Extract to support cellullar fat transport and antioxidant systems.