What is Garcinia Cambogia and its effects on health?

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Garcinia Cambogia is a fruit that has many health effects such as helping with weight loss and controlling blood sugar in diabetics.

1. What is Garcinia Cambogia?


Garcinia Cambogia is also known as Malabar tamarind. This is a tropical fruit and is considered an effective weight loss supplement thanks to its ability to prevent the body from creating fat and suppress appetite. From weight loss, this fruit helps control blood sugar and cholesterol. The active ingredient in the peel of Garcinia Cambogia includes hydroxycitric acid (HCA) that helps block an enzyme called citrate lyase - the enzyme that the body uses to make fat. Besides, it also increases serotonin levels in the brain, making you feel less hungry. Therefore, Garcinia Cambogia berries have weight loss effects.
However, the actual weight loss results of Garcinia Cambogia are not really impressive. One study found that people who used Garcinia Cambogia lost about 900g more than those who didn't take it. The study participants were also unable to ascertain whether the weight loss was attributable to Garcinia Cambogia use. It may come from their low-calorie diet and exercise program. Therefore, further studies are needed to find out if HCA really helps with weight loss. In addition, some studies have also found that Garcinia Cambogia can improve cholesterol levels, reduce triglycerides and LDL (bad cholesterol) and increase HDL (good cholesterol). However, you should not use Garcinia Cambogia if you are already taking medication for this problem.

Nhiều người sử dụng qủa garcinia cambogia giảm cân
Nhiều người sử dụng qủa garcinia cambogia giảm cân

2. Possible side effects when taking Garcinia Cambogia


When using Garcinia Cambogia, you may experience dizziness, dry mouth, headache, abdominal discomfort or diarrhea. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers it unsafe. In 2017, the FDA warned everyone to stop using a weight loss product containing Garcinia Cambogia, because some people taking it experienced serious liver problems.
In addition, Garcinia Cambogia can also interact badly with pain relievers, diabetes medications (including pills and insulin), drugs for mental health problems,... People who are pregnant or have a baby breastfeeding, liver problems, ... should not use Garcinia Cambogia. Another side effect of Garcinia Cambogia is possible manic symptoms.
Because of both good and bad results in studies, you should talk to your doctor before deciding whether to take Garcinia Cambogia.
Garcinia Cambogia has weight loss effects, supports diabetes control and cholesterol control in the body. However, further studies on its effects are needed. And before deciding to use Garcinia Cambogia, users should consult a doctor.

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Reference source: webmd.com
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