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Pyruvate for Weight Control

Also indexed as:Pyruvic Acid
Pyruvate
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Related Topics

  1. Pyruvate for Sports & Fitness
  2. Pyruvate as a Nutritional Supplement
  3. Weight Control Supplements

How Much Is Usually Taken by Dieters?

Pyruvate, a compound that occurs naturally in the body, might aid weight-loss efforts.1 A controlled trial found that pyruvate supplements (22 to 44 grams per day) enhanced weight loss and resulted in a greater reduction of body fat in overweight adults consuming a low-fat diet.2 Three controlled trials combining 6 to 10 grams per day of pyruvate with an exercise programme reported greater effects on weight loss and body fat than that seen with a placebo plus the exercise programme.3, 4, 5 Animal studies suggest that pyruvate supplementation leads to weight loss by increasing the resting metabolic rate.6

Side Effects

High intakes of pyruvate can trigger gastrointestinal upset, such as wind, bloating, and diarrhoea. One preliminary study in exercising women found 10 grams per day of pyruvate reduced blood levels of HDL (the “good” cholesterol) after one month.7

Interactions with Supplements, Foods, & Other Compounds

At the time of writing, there were no well-known supplement or food interactions with this supplement.

Interactions with Medicines

As of the last update, we found no reported interactions between this supplement and medicines. It is possible that unknown interactions exist. If you take medication, always discuss the potential risks and benefits of adding a new supplement with your doctor or pharmacist.
References

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