~*HOODIA*~What is it, what are, if any, side effects? Does it REALLY work?

Answer 1

I leave you to make you're own judgment from the following quotes from Wiki, both from good verifiable sources and not the pen of a marketing company trying to make a buck from a mug.

Quote 1:
Pfizer released the rights to the primary ingredient in 2002. Paul
Hutson, associate professor in the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy, told the Wisconsin State News, "For Pfizer to release something dealing with obesity suggests to me that they felt there was no merit to its oral use"

In other words, it doesn't work as it would have been a goldmine to Pfizer if it had.

Quote 2:
In March 2006, Consumer Reports investigated the dietary supplement and concluded, "This weight loss drug lacks the clinical evidence for the Consumer Reports experts to recommend this product."

In other words, there is no scientifically verifiable evidence showing it is effective. Anecdotal quotes by pleased clients preferred by marketeers don't cut much scientific mustard!

So, I suspect the side effects are that you'll be wasting your money. If you want to lose weight there are only two known methods which don't involve surgery- take in less calories by eating less or eating better and increase calorie usage by doing more exercise either directly in exercise classes or indirectly by lifestyle changes- walk, cycle to work instead of using the car, etc.

Answer 2

I tried Hoodia and......
Hoodia has worked for me...and with no side effects.
Check with your doctor before starting any weight loss program.

For all you doubters, here is the prior feedback for another Answers user who followed my advice:

Asker's Rating: *****
very good comment i lost 2 lbs in a week
i think i can almost get in my leather dress, i can hit the town in no time


**** VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO GET RIPPED OFF ---

#1. Be sure you are buying pure Hoodia...look for the import certificate on the website. No matter the price, if they do not display this, you really do NOT know what you are getting!

#2. Be sure it is 100% Hoodia & not mixed w/other herbs, etc.!!

#3. Keep in mind it stops your hunger pangs…you MUST remember to break your habit to always eat at certain times.

#4. Drink a full 8oz. glass of water with it!

Hoodia (HOOD-ee-uh) gordonii - A genus of 10 to 20 species from southwestern Africa.
Hoodia gordonii is the stoneage wonder plant found throughout the dry arid regions of the South western African continent now on the verge of making history in the fight against obesity. It is a genus belonging to the Asclepiadaceae family which consists of approximately 20 species. Used to stop hunger, quench thirst, and provide energy among other things since prehistoric times, Hoodia gordonii was first discovered by the San tribesmen and women to get through the most difficult of times.

You can read a good article about how it works at:

http://www.hoodia-diets.info/hoodia-diet-capsules.htm
http://www.hoodia-diets.info/hoodia-gordonii-diet-use.htm
http://www.hoodia-diets.info
http://hoodia-research.blogspot.com
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Answer 3

Hoodia is a pretty good appetite suppressant. I'm taking a supplement called Herbalean that contains ephedra AND hoodia, and I am losing weight at a helathy rate, and I've got way more energy. During the first two weeks I took it, I had to actually set my alarm to remind me to eat.

I know - I said "ephedra". As of April 14 of this year, the FDA lifted the ban, and it's completely legal to buy. If you want to know more, check the links below. Enjoy!

Answer 4

I cannot say if it works, but all the answers say it does not. So, there is a product out there that really does work. Here is four things it does: reduces appetite, boosts metabolism, increases stamina and energy. All this in just one pill a day with breakfast!! Thats it. This is an all natural, ephedra free product. Xtreme health formulas slimline product is a safe, effective, herbal dietary supplement formulation that can help in your decision to lose those extra pounds, or simply increase your energy. Take a look into it at www.xtremepill.com. I hope this helps in your decistion to use supplements. God Bless

Answer 5

Its an African root, no side effects, works OK as an suppressant

Answer 6

my hubby tried it and it had no effect.
didn't notice any side effects.
did not help him lose weight.

Answer 7

I seen it advertised.....but I don't really know anything about it..... I would also like to know.... : )

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