| How
was Hoodia Gordonii discovered?
The
Hoodia plant was first discovered by Col. R.J. Gordon in 1776 while exploring
the Orange river in South Africa. The plant was then referred to Francis Sweet
who coined the name Hoodia genus. The cactus like plant (a member of the succulent
family) can be found in the Kalahari desert and along the South African border
into Nambia. The San people have been using the Hoodia gordonii succulent for
centuries to work off hunger during their long and hunting trips in the harsh
South African wild. The benefits were determined from 30 years of research by
the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).
How
does Hoodia Gordonii work?
The
way Hoodia Gordonii works is with its active ingredient P57. This molecule imitates
the activity that glucose has within the brain. The part of the brain that controls
your appetite is called the Hypothalamus. Basically, when your glucose levels
rise to a certain point from eating, a signal is sent to the brain that tells
your cells to stop eating. This is the point at which the body feels full. The
P57 molecule from Hoodia Gordonii tells your brain the same exact thing, even
when you haven't eaten any food. By imitating the effects of glucose in your brain,
the hypothalamus begins sending messages to your cells that makes your body seem
full.
What are the Pro's of Hoodia Gordonii?
The strongest
aspect about hoodia gordonii is that studies have shown that there are no side
effects. This product is in no way a stimulant or contain any types of stimulant
properties. Other positives to this herbal extract is that it has been shown to
help with stomachaches and hangovers. There are also reports that it can be used
as a aphrodisiac.
What
are the Con's of Hoodia Gordonii?
Too
much of anything can be bad. This can also be a factor with taking this herbal
supplement. People depending on this product too much can lead to deficiencies
of nutrients if there food consumption becomes too small. People must understand
the importance of a healthy consumption of calories to maintain the bodies everyday
functions.
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