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Hoodia gordonii is a succulent plant found in the Kalahari Desert of South Africa. The San tribesmen of the Kalahari have been using hoodia as a food source for thousands of years.
What is Hoodia?
Hoodia is a succulent plant belonging to the Asclepiadaceae (milkweed) family which consists of approximately 20 species, including Hoodia gordonii. It has recently been in the spotlight - featured on a segment of CBS's 60 Minutes and brought to the western world as a supplement for diet to aid in obesity and weight loss by suppressing appetite.
For thousands of years, Hoodia has been used by San bushmen populating the arid territories of South Africa and Namibia. These bushmen chewed pieces of Hoodia on long hunting trips to curb hunger and quench thirst. They had little concept of dieting, but learned that this plant provided stamina and curbed hunger during prolonged periods without food.
Hoodia's appetite-suppressing ingredient, known as P57, seems to send a signal to the hypothalamus of the brain that tells the body it is no longer hungry. This brain message is much stronger than that of glucose.*
What are Hoodia's Benefits?
Many people worldwide are at risk from conditions related to obesity, such as heart disease and diabetes. Hoodia research with subjects has shown the reduction of appetite along with a reduced caloric intake. A person with little willpower to control overeating can find that they no longer feel hungry. Hoodia may well be a dieter's dream come true in that it fools the brain into thinking it has already consumed food and feels full and satisfied.
South African Hoodia Gordonii 500 Complex contains three popular dieting ingredients formulated into one dynamic blend. Hoodia Gordonii is rapidly gaining popularity among dieters as a complementart addition to their reduced-calorie diets and daily exercise programs.
Extracts of Cocoa and Green Tea, which contain components such as Theobromine and Polyphenols provide their own natural benefits to round out this unique formulation.
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Supplement Facts |
Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Servings per container 30 |
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Amount Per Serving |
% Daily Value |
South African Hoodia Gordonii Proprietary Blend
Hoodia Gordonii (Aerial)
Cocoa Extract(Theobroma cacao)(seed)
(10% Theobromine)
Green Tea Extract (Camellia Sinensis)(leaf) |
500 mg |
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| *Daily Value not established. |
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Recommended Use: For adults, take one (1) to two (2) capsules one hour before a meal with a 8 ounces glass of water.
As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.
Warnings: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications, consult your doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18.
Other Ingredients: Gelatin, Silica, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate.
FREE OF: yeast, wheat, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, sugar, preservatives, artificial color, artificial flavor, sodium (less than 5 mg per serving).
Made In U.S.A
*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Keep out of the reach of children. Store in a cool dry place, tightly closed.
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