Raspberry Ketones

Raspberry ketone is a natural phenolic compound that is the primary aroma compound of red raspberries. Raspberry ketone occurs in a variety of fruits including raspberries,cranberries and blackberries. It is biosynthesized from coumaroyl-CoA. Extraction of pure raspberry ketone is usually 1–4 mg per kg of raspberries.

Raspberry Ketones Benefits

Rubus idaeus, more commonly known as the red raspberry, is causing a stir in the weight-loss community. Red raspberries produce a chemical called ketones that give the fruit its unique flavor and fragrance. For nearly 100 years, these ketones have been used to add flavor and fragrance to our food and cosmetics. Now, however raspberry ketones are being sold as an herbal supplement with claims that they can treat obesity, aid in weight loss, increase lean body mass and even treat hair loss.

Raspberry ketones are a natural antioxidant. In a healthy diet, antioxidants are essential. When studying animal diets, the results of some studies showed exciting results with the use of raspberry ketones.