Hoodia X550 Weight Loss Pill
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is Hoodia? Who should not take Hoodia X550? How has the Hoodia gordonii plant been used in the past? How was research into Hoodia gordonii initiated? Do all Hoodia species reduce appetite? Have the benefits of Hoodia gordonii been clinically proven? How long does it take for Hoodia gordonii to have an effect? What are the side effects of Hoodia Gordonii? Who are the San people? Do they and South Africa benefit from the sales of Hoodia gordonii? Is Hoodia gordonii rare? Is the source sustainable? What is Hoodia? Found mostly in the Kalahari Desert of South Africa, Hoodia is the succulent plant used in the making of Hoodia X550. Hoodia gordonii is just one species of the Hoodia plant, and although it has a spiny appearance similar to a cacti, the plants are succulents. Who should not take Hoodia X550? The Hoodia X550 weight loss pill is a safe product for all men and women healthy enough to sustain weight loss. It is recommended that only persons over the age of 18 take Hoodia X550. As with any dietary supplement, consult your physician before starting a new diet routine. How has the Hoodia Gordonii plant been used in the past? The San Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert in South Africa have used Hoodia plants for many centuries as food. Hoodia has come in especially handy for the San Bushmen during their long hunting trips across the harsh South African terrain, keeping them from getting distracted by having to often eat food along the way. The Bushmen prolong the time between meals by taking advantage of the appetite suppressant effects of the Hoodia plant. How was research into Hoodia Gordonii initiated? The traditional food use of certain Hoodia plant species sparked a scientific research project established by the South African statutory council known as the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). The research project consisted of screening a large number of bush foods where extracts of plants were made and tested for toxic effects. The project showed that Hoodia extracts caused a decrease in appetite and a consequent reduction in animals’ body weight. Do all Hoodia species reduce appetite? Hoodia Gordonii has been proven to decrease calorie intake in human volunteers. Have the benefits of Hoodia Gordonii been clinically proven? In 2001 Phytopharm® completed a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study in overweight, but otherwise healthy volunteers using an extract of Hoodia gordonii. The large doses of Hoodia Gordonii caused a statistically significant reduction in the average daily calorie intake. In addition, a statistically significant reduction in body fat content was also observed compared to the placebo group after two weeks. How long does it take for Hoodia Gordonii to have an effect? Phytopharm’s® clinical trials demonstrated repeated large doses of Hoodia Gordonii caused a statistically significant decrease in daily calorie intake. Calorie intake had decreased by approximately 1000 calories per day by the 15th day. What are the side effects of Hoodia Gordonii? Phytopharm’s® clinical study revealed safety data consistent with a satisfactory overall safety profile, however further scientific studies are needed to establish the complete safety profile of the Hoodia Gordonii. Phytompharm® is currently conducting the ongoing scientific research. Who are the San people? Do they and South Africa benefit from the sales of Hoodia Gordonii? The San people are the native people of the South African desert where Hoodia gordonii is found. Their traditional knowledge of the Hoodia plants first led to the investigation of the plant. The Sans people have entered a benefit sharing agreement with the CSIR to ensure any financial benefit flowing from the commercialization of Hoodia directly benefit the Sans people. Is Hoodia Gordonii rare? Is the source sustainable? National conservation laws in South African and Namibia currently protect the extremely rare Hoodia plant that produces the Hoodia Gordonii used in Hoodia X550. The extract can only be collected or grown with a permit. Over the past 5 years, plantations have been established to grow enough quantities of Hoodia Gordonii because wild stocks of the plant are also extremely limited.
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