What
is Hoodia?
Hoodia is a succulent plant found in the Kalahari Desert of
South Africa. The genus includes a number of varieties of plant
of which Hoodia Gordonii is one species. Hoodia plants are actually
succulents, not cacti, but they do have a spiny appearance similar
to cactus.
What
makes HoodiaTherm™ different from other Hoodia products?
HoodiaTherm
is an effective and aggresive blend of pure Hoodia appetite
suppressant along with an extreme, ephedra free fat burner which
is not only a calorie burning thermogenic that burns existing
fat, but also helps increase your metabolism to help keep fat
off.
How
has Hoodia Gordonii been used in the past?
For many centuries, the San Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert in
southern Africa have used Hoodia plants as a food. The species
Hoodia Gordonii was less often used because of its bitter taste.
However, in times of hardship, or being away from familiar areas,
it was sometimes eaten. In tablet form, the natural bitter taste
Hoodia will of course not be noticed.
How
did research into Hoodia Gordonii commence?
Due to the tradition of food use of Hoodia plants, certain plants
were included in a scientific research project established by
the South African statutory council known as CSIR (Council for
Scientific and Industrial Research) to screen a large number
of bush foods. As part of the screening process, extracts of
plants were made and tested for toxic effects. Surprisingly,
it was observed that the Hoodia extracts actually caused a reduction
in appetite and body weight in animals!
Have
the benefits of Hoodia Gordonii been clinically proven?
Yes! In 2001, a large British pharmaceutical company completed
a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study in overweight,
but otherwise healthy volunteers using an extract of Hoodia
Gordonii. The large doses of extract caused a statistically
significant reduction in average daily calorie intake. In addition,
a statistically significant reduction in body fat content was
observed compared to the placebo group after two weeks.
How
long does it take for Hoodia Gordonii to have an effect?
A clinical trial conducted by a large British pharmaceutical
company demonstrated that repeat large doses of Hoodia Gordonii
extract caused a statistically significant decrease in daily
calorie intake. By day 15 the calorie intake had decreased by
approximately 1000 calories per day.
What
does timed-release mean?
Timed release encapsulation is a process where compounds are
encapsulated in a caplet in a special way so that their active
ingredients are released in the body at a predictable rate over
the day instead of all at once; also known as controlled release
or sustained release.
How
does this benefit me?
These natural weight loss compounds are released into your system
in equal increments throughout the day ensuring that your body
benefits from small amounts of Hoodia rather than a boost all
at once. The appetite suppressant and energizing qualities will
be available to you on a sustained basis which eliminates the
need to take several caplets during the day. One caplet taken
once a day in the morning is all that is needed for you to experience
the complete effects of this powerful natural weight loss compound.
Does
Hoodia Gordonii have any side effects?
There are no known side effects. In the clinical study described
above the safety data are consistent with a satisfactory overall
safety profile. However, as with all dietary supplements, we
recommend that you consult with your health practitioner prior
to use.
Hoodia
Gordonii is rare, is the source sustainable?
Hoodia Gordonii is very rare and is protected by national conservation
laws in South Africa and Nambia. It can only be collected or
grown with a permit. Wild stocks are also extremely limited
so plantations have been established over the past 5 years to
grow sustainable quantities of Hoodia Gordonii.
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