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New herbs, plants, and other natural substances are being found around the world. One such natural remedy for obesity is hoodia. This is the newest weight loss trend. Hoodia has been investigated, researched and reported by authoritative experts and the media. The list includes Pfizer Pharmaceuticals, CBS 60 Minutes, ABC News, Oprah's O magazine, BBC, and National Geographic.

Hoodia is a plant, very similar to a cactus plant, that grows in the deserts of South Africa; specifically the Kalahari. There are many types of hoodia, but only the hoodia gordonii has shown signs of appetite suppression and weight loss. There are no known side effects, and it's been researched for the past thirty years. Hoodia gordonii contains a molecule called P57 that works to trick the brain into thinking you're full. Reports show that the chemical constituents in Hoodia release a chemical compound similar to glucose. The hypothalamus in the brain receives this signal as an indication that the necessary amount of food has been consumed. The San people have used Hoodia to control hunger for generations. Huntsmen used it on long trips, and they still eat raw hoodia plant on long trips to curb their appetite. Hoodia is not easily obtained and there are many products falsely advertising hoodia products. Two things needed to ensure authenticity are C.I.T.E.S Certificate (The date on the Certificate should be no older than six months.) and an Independent Lab Report. Consumers should be wary of any products that are not 100% hoodia and are claiming to contain large amounts of hoodia. Pure South African Hoodia is very expensive, so any cheap bottles are most likely not pure. All pure hoodia products can also be used with other medications, which is a big plus.

The number one rated, most authentic product using hoodia is HoodiThin. This product is a liquid extract, which ensures quick results. Just a few drops are placed in a glass of water, or juice. In this form the taste of hoodia is also used to maximize the therapeutic benefit of the herb. It was developed by Prime Life Nutriceuticals and includes a C.I.T.E.S Certificate and an Independent Lab Report on their website.

HoodiTrim is another authentic hoodia product, which received rave reviews and feed back. The Alkemist Pharmaceuticals Certified Lab Reports & C.I.T.E.S Certificate are provided on their website, as well as reviews from various media. It is also manufactured by Prime Life Nutriceuticals. Unlike the fast acting HoodiThin, HoodiTrim could take up to fourteen days to show results. HoodiTrim is in pill form, and should be taken twice a day. Specified tiems are a half hour before breakfast or lunch, and a half hour before dinner.

Prime Life Neutriceuticals also produces HoodiSpray. This product is very similar to the two above, except in a spray form. This mint flavored spray, is used just like breath freshener. The recommended dosage is two sprays before each meal. Although the website boasts that it is better than pill form, consumer reviews had different results.

Hoodia is by far the most superior form of weight control found by modern science. It is backed by authentic scientific research, as well as consumer reviews. The media has had much influence on the current trend, but it does seem to be effective in curbing appetite and aiding in weight loss.

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