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DIET and NUTRITION
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ADMINISTRATION
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Raspberry Ketone?
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Diet Supplements
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- Established: 1965 placed on the generally recognized as safe list by FDA
- Founder: None – natural supplement produced by several manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies
- Accessibility: Online or at some natural health food stores
- Diet Type: Diet supplement
- Gender: Male and Female
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BACKGROUND
Raspberry ketone is a compound used as a diet supplement for its fat burning properties, which include increasing the body's release of norepinepherine and adiponectin. Increasing norepinepherine raises the body's temperature, and therefor helps burn calories and increase metabolism. Increasing the production of adiponectin, a hormone that lowers glucose levels, may play a role preventing calories to be stored as glycogen. People who suffer from obesity typically have lower levels of adiponectin, which is why raspberry ketone is said to "trick the body into thinking it's thin."
Since the amount of natural ketone found natually in raspberries is very low, raspberry ketone is usually synthesized. Naturally extracted ketone can be extremely expensive.
Raspberry ketone gained considerable attention in February of 2012, when the supplement was recommended on an episode of the Dr. Oz Show.
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PRO
- Endorsed by Dr. Oz
- Synthetic ketone is relatively inexpensive
- Generally recognized as safe by the USDA
CON
- Unclear how long it can be used safely
- May not be suitable for people with diabetes
- May not be suitable for people with high blood pressure
- May have negative interactions with antidepressants
- Weight loss benefits may only last while the supplement is being taken
DIET and NUTRITION
Regular exercise is recommended while taking this supplement, however it is not associated with a specific workout.
EXERCISE
For best results, raspberry ketone should taken in combination with a healthy diet, however there are no specific diet recommendations associated with this supplement.
ADMINISTRATION
Take 100 milligrams of raspberry ketone with breakfast, or increase the dosage by adding another 100 milligrams at lunch.
CONCLUSION
Raspberry ketone can speed the metabolism to aid in weight loss, but it's important to combine it with regular exercise and a calorie controlled diet. Some people find this supplement helps them get over a weight loss plateau. Like other supplements that raise body temperature, raspberry ketone may only be effective temporarily. Any weight loss achieved will require a healthy maintenance plan.
If you have any medical conditions, it's best to talk with your doctor before taking this diet supplement.
Common Misspellings
raspberry keytone, rasberry ketone, raspberries ketone, raspberry ketones
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(Page 3 of 4, 62 total comments)brennanthomas
Before, I was more likely to get tired because I was overweight. So I made an effort to lose weight by watching the food I eat and going to the gym on a regular basis. When I learned about the benefits of raspberry ketones online, I decided to try taking Raspberry Ultra Drops to achieve rapid results. It was a right move because I was able to get rid of 5 pounds in just a week. I also saw an improvement in my metabolism and stamina. Thanks Raspberry Ultra Drops!
posted Nov 12th, 2012 12:26 amdan manning
I have nothing but positive comments on weight-loss products with raspberry ketones. The one I'm using is Raspberry Ultra Drops. Apart from being within my budget, it's also effective as fat-burning solution. I'm currently using this and so far I've already get rid of more than 8 pounds in four weeks.
posted Nov 9th, 2012 1:03 amAnne J
With Raspberry Ultra Drops, I was able to lose 6 pounds after more than a week of using it. This product is really amazing because it also helps get rid of the toxins from my body and speed up metabolism. It's really cost-effective! Purchasing Raspberry Ultra Drops online is really easy and the customer service reps are really helpful and accommodating.
posted Oct 30th, 2012 11:11 pmSidney M
There are a lot of raspberry ketone products on the market and one of the most effective is the Raspberry Ultra Drops. This product didn't only help me shed extra pounds, but also helped address my constipation. I didn't encounter any problems ordering this product online and I was able to receive my bottle within a few days.
posted Oct 30th, 2012 10:54 pmAlessia78
I saw the online ad for Raspberry Ultra Drops before but I was hesitant to try this because i thought this is just the same with other products that promise a lot of things. After I read the label and found out that most of its ingredients are natural, I gave it a try. Raspberry Ultra Drops didn't only help ramp up my metabolism, but it also helped raised my energy. So far, I have lost 15 lbs pounds in just four weeks of taking it along with exercise.
posted Oct 29th, 2012 11:32 pmAnne J
Who would have thought that I can fit into my old clothes again? With the help of Raspberry Ketone Drops, I lost 5 kilos in just two months. This product is really amazing! I have more energy and I don't feel hungry whenever I take it. Aside from raspberry ketones, this weight-loss solution contains African mango and green tea that protect me against illnesses.
posted Oct 29th, 2012 12:16 ammichaeldawn
For me, Raspberry Ultra Drops is a diet supplement that works for me! It helped me lose 7 lbs in three weeks. I received a lot of compliments from my wife, friends and colleagues. Now, I feel confident whenever I go to work or stroll in the mall. With Raspberry Ultra Drops, having a bulging stomach is now a thing of the past!
posted Oct 26th, 2012 1:59 amCarla08
I felt depressed when my old clothes no longer fit me. In an effort to address my depression, I decided to look for an effective diet supplement and one of the products that I can say really works is the Raspberry Ultra Drops. With Raspberry Ultra Drops, my energy is always up, letting me to finish the tasks at hand. It also helped me get rid of the extra pounds without exerting too much effort.
posted Oct 26th, 2012 1:43 amDee
It always AMAZES me when people say they are leery of NATURAL supplements, but hold fast to POISONOUS meds (ie: the person who said she is on HBP and depression meds). The SIDE EFFECTS of medications are MANY. For HBP, they can go on to cause SEVERE kidney damage...DEPRESSION meds can cause SUICIDAL THOUGHTS, mess up your liver, etc. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE people...STOP blindly having confidence in your doctors and the pharmaceutical companies who simply may not have your best interest at heart! I am an ONCOLOGY RN of 17years and have a son with advanced colon cancer...after CHEMO (his choie to do chemo) only SPREAD the cancer on THREE different occasions, and HE decided to stop ALL conventional medicine and go with ALL NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS....since doing this, he HAS NOT had ANY disease spread and is living a better life, although he's still SUFFERING from he side effects of the chemo and radiation. He has NOT SUFFERED ONCE from the side effects of NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS! PLEASE...take the time to be informed!!! just because something is prescribed doesn't make it good for you!!! You can do a google search of "medicines taken off the market" or "dangerous prescription". KNOWLEGE IS POWER!!! BTW...I like the Raspberry Ketone pills...it curbs my appetite. Sorry for the rant, but as a nurse, this lack of knowledge pains me.
posted Jun 22nd, 2012 7:51 pmGamp Lane
I just started taking RK a couple of weeks ago and have not noticed any change on 200 mg each morning..I also don't notice any reduction in my appetite. I am on a strict diet and am actually underweight, but i was hoping it would help me lose the last few stubborn pounds, but so far no luck
posted Jun 3rd, 2012 7:20 amkathy seebeck
+i have taken it for a full week now. i have lost about 2and half pounds since then.
posted May 30th, 2012 3:32 pmi don't exercise everyday but watching what i eat.
elkay
?Does raspberry ketone interfere with blood pressure? Re: taking PURE RASPBERRY KETONE supplement (100mg 1-2x's daily) Why would pure raspberry ketones interfere with blood pressure and low dose antidepressant? It is supposed to be NATURAL, and DERIVED FROM RASPBERRIES. We are not told to avoid raspberries when on these products. I only ask becuz I'm dying to try it! I need to loose 50lbs- which if I could, would probably absolve the need for BP med AND antidepressant! Please respond/help. (Thank you)
Cande
+I really love this supplement; prior to taking it, I'd lost almost 35 pounds from changing my diet and excercising with a trainer. I did this slowly over a 3 year period, but never managed to get my body under 200 pounds. After introducing this supplement to my diet, I've been able to lose more weight and get under 200 pounds. Coming from 245...I'm super pleased! This is a great product!
posted May 22nd, 2012 5:05 pmSandy
I am a type 2 diabetic. Will it be O.K. for me to take raspberry ketone?
posted Mar 28th, 2012 9:39 pmRaquel
?Can you take Raspberry Ketone while breastfeeding? Do you think I would be able to take them while breastfeeding ?
Joanna
+Well . I am taking a low dose of an anti-depressant and also bloodpressure meds.....I have been taking 100 ml of the Raspberry Ketone at about 11AM and then eating a protien lunch. The RK does reduce my appetite considerably. I seem to have no noticeable side effects. I know this is a short term fix. I think it is a great "kick start" to getting out of the habit of overeating. It is a real motivator to clean the house as well. I'm not sure if that is a side effect or a benefit of RK.... Just sayin
posted Feb 26th, 2012 7:03 pmmonk446
Will this effect my blood pressure?
posted Feb 20th, 2012 6:27 amBrenda
I am going to try it, will let ya all know what I think and how I feel!
posted Feb 11th, 2012 4:10 amSylvia
-I agree with Carolyn, In fact Dr Oz specified that since it is all natural it did not have side effects...glad I saw this before ordering.
posted Feb 10th, 2012 9:12 pmCarolyn
I am leary of natural vitamins. Sounded too good to be true. I do have medicine for high blood pressure, and antidepressants. I would not want anything to interfer with either. You are the only one that mentioned if may interfere with both. Why would it interfere with either if it is just rasberry's.
posted Feb 9th, 2012 11:38 pm