Does Hoodia really work?

Hoodia (hoodia gordonii) is a plant from Africa that has been widely marketed as weight loss product.  It’s believed that there is a substance that exists in hoodia that can trigger your hypothalamus and reduce appetite and the feeling of hunger.

Very few studies exist with the hoodia use in humans, but it is said to have been used by San Bushmen of the Kalahari desert to fight off hunger pangs for many years.  It appears that Hoodia is safe and can be obtained OTR (over the counter).  And while Hoodia may help with losing weight, you still need to make healthly lifestyle choices by lowering your calorie intake, exercising, and eating high nutrient foods like vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.