Hoodia
Drug Class and Mechanism of Action of Hoodia
Hoodia molecules are similar to glucose in chemical structure, but much bigger and stronger. Hoodia molecules fool your brain and make it believe that your stomach is full and thus it suppresses appetite and you can loose extra weight.
Therapeutic Uses of Hoodia
Hoodia is used as weight loss medicine. Hoodia controls your appetite and reduce your food intake thereby burning extra calories of your body. By burning the extra fat from your body Hoodia lower your body weight and helps to regain your normal healthy life.
Direction of use of Hoodia
Hoodia capsules should be taken approximately 30 minutes before each meal with a glass of water. Do not take Hoodia capsules if the seal is broken.
If You Miss a Dose of Hoodia
If you miss a dose of Hoodia, you should take it as soon as you remember if you have not taken your meal. But if you have taken your meal and missed the dose, than skip the missed dose of Hoodia and take the next dose as usual 30 minutes before meal.
How to Store Hoodia
Hoodia should ideally be stored at room temperature. Store it in a dry and dark place. Keep it out of reach of children.
More Information About Hoodia
Hoodia is a cactus that grows in the Kalahari Desert of Africa and thrives in extremely hot temperature. It is known as Hoodia Gordonii. The San Bushmen of the Kalahari, eat the Hoodia plant to stave off hunger during long hunting trips. They are using the plant for thousands of years. The San Bushmen tribes of the Kalahari are one of the world's oldest and most primitive tribes.
Precautions to be Taken While Taking Hoodia
If you are pregnant or breast feeding, you should not use Hoodia. It is a dietary supplement and should consult your doctor before using it, especially if you are taking some other medicines. Hoodia is not for treatment, cure or for diagnostic purpose.
Possible Adverse Effects of Hoodia
The only side effect Hoodia may cause is loss of appetite if you take a bigger dose, as it can fool the brain in believing that your stomach is full. Hoodia contain only certified Hoodia Gordonii and does not contain any Caffeine, Ephedra or anything that may harm you. It does not cause any stimulation of brain or make your heart race or raise your body temperature.