Hoodia

Hoodia Gordonii -Appetitie Suppressant

If you want to lose weight you have likely already heard of Hoodia Gordonii. It truly sounds like the miracle we have all hoped for.  Hoodia gordonii is an African cactus that grows naturally only in the Kalahari desert. For thousands of years the bushman of this region have eaten Hoodia Gordonii to stave off hunger on long hunting trips- with no apparent ill effects. Now that it has been discovered it is grown commerically and can be purchased as a liquid or as a powder.

So, is it as good as they say? How does it work? And most importantly -will it help you lose weight?

The most frequently reported study to on Hoodia Gordonii as a weight loss  supplement was conducted with obese subjects who were left in a room with little to distract them except TV, reading and eating. This group consumed on average 1000 less calories per day than the control group who were getting a placebo. (A placebo is a fake medicine that contains no active ingredients)

What about side effects?

To date the only known side effect is a happy feeling.  However, the bushman used the Hoodia Gordonii sparingly and further studies are required to examine the possible side effects of regular doses over a long period.

Will Hoodia Gordonii Help You Lose Weight?

The molecule that has been linked to the appetite suppressing abilities of Hoodia Gordoni appears to affect both humans and animals. One study showed a decrease in appetite of 30-40%. There are also well documented personal experiences showing that there is an immediate hunger reduction.

As with any weight loss program it is necessary to adapt diet and lifestyle to experience the most profound changes. Of course suppressing the appetite with Hoodia should not be a replacement for good nutrition and healthy living.

Its important to know that not all products that are advertised as Hoodia Gordonii are using pure Hoodia Gordonii. The active ingredient in many products is not sufficient to produce the desired effect at all.   Wallace Herbals are a reliable online Hoodia supplier.