What Is Garcinia Cambogia:

Garcinia cambogia is a small, pumpkin-shaped fruit that is typically yellow or greenish in color. It is also referred to as Garcinia gummi-gutta or Malabar tamarind. While the fruit itself is extremely sour and not commonly eaten fresh, its peel contains a compound called hydroxycitric acid (HCA), which is believed to be responsible for most of its weight loss properties.

Weight loss benefits:

1. Modest weight loss: Numerous human studies have investigated the effects of garcinia cambogia on weight loss. On average, it has been shown to cause a weight loss of approximately 2 pounds (0.88 kg) more than a placebo over a period of 2–12 weeks. However, it’s important to note that results can vary, and some studies did not find any significant weight loss advantage.

1. Appetite suppression: Garcinia cambogia helps to reduce appetite. Studies in rats indicated that those given garcinia cambogia supplements tend to eat less. Similarly, some human studies have reported appetite suppression and increased feelings of fullness. The exact mechanism isn’t fully understood, but it’s believed that HCA may increase serotonin levels in the brain, which can lead to reduced appetite.

1. Belly fat reduction: Research suggests that garcinia cambogia may effectively burn accumulated belly fat, especially in individuals with obesity. This fat-burning property is attributed to its ability to inhibit an enzyme called citrate lyase.