All those people who cannot find time for daily gym workouts or people who are not willing to sweat it out in the gym might have come across or heard of Hoodia gordonii.
They might have even wondered what Hoodia gordonii actually is.
Hoodia gordonii is basically a cactus like plant which grows in some of the semi arid deserts mainly in the African countries.
This cactus became immensely popular when some people found that the pure Hoodia that is extracted from this plant has the ability to help people lose weight.
Pure Hoodia that is extracted from the Hoodia gordonii plant is sold in numerous ways.
It is available in the form of capsules, liquid and even powder.
People will also be able to find some kinds of Hoodia gordonii tea which is also said to be rather effective.
All these products can be obtained from any of the medical stores and even through online sites.
The pure Hoodia extracted from the Hoodia gordonii plant works on a very simple principle.
Pure Hoodia contains a particular substance called the p57 that is the active ingredient in the entire extract.
This substance acts on the part of the brain which controls some of the involuntary aspects of the body like hunger, sleep and other such things.
The p57 substance alters the level of ATPs in this part of the brain, which reduces the appetite of the person, and thereby helps people cut down on how much they consume.
Needless to say, people will be able to reduce their weight considerably when they reduce their food intake.
People who make use of the oral pills and other such products will also be able to cut down weight.
The effect of the oral tablets on the appetite of the person is not yet proved but some of the scientists believe that these will help people reduce weight considerably.
People should also be aware of the side effects of this medicine before they start using it.
They should also seek recommendation of the doctor before using this.