Monday, February 2, 2009

What You Must Know About Hoodia Side Effects!

By Caitlin Ryan

Anyone properly contemplating the use of weight loss diet pills must ask the question "Are there any side effects?" That's to be expected because although losing weight is important, you know that you dont wan't to jeopardize your health by taking risky weight loss diet pills that have dangerous side effects or that can make you feel ill.

To understand the potential side effects of hoodia gordonii, you need to understand how it works and how our hunger response works. When blood sugar (glucose) levels drop in our bodies, the brain is notified. At this time, the brain sends out a message to the hypothalamus to trigger our sense of hunger.

The active ingredient in this South African cactus is p57. P57 tricks the brain into thinking that you have plenty of blood sugar. This controls the appetite because the brain isn't triggered by dropped glucose levels. The result is that our appetites are suppressed. Even if our glucose levels are low, we won't feel the urge to eat.

For many of us, thats great because weve overeaten for so long that our brains respond to faulty glucose levels as well as a psychological urge to eat. For diabetics, this isn't such a great plan. It's important that diabetics consult with their physician prior to using any appetite suppressant to make sure that their glucose levels are still well controlled or they may end up feeling quite ill or worsening their condition.

You also need to make sure that you are staying well hydrated while taking hoodia gordonii. Hoodia may also suppress our thirst response. You see, when you feel thirsty, your fluid levels are already low which means youre partially dehydrated. If your thirst response is suppressed, then you may be even more dehydrated before you feel the need to quench your thirst. It is a good practice with or without hoodia to drink water throughout the day. Carry a bottle with you and soon youll be in the habit.

However, that's pretty much all you have to worry about with hoodia gordonii. As long as you aren't diabetic or have other major health concerns, you probably won't experience any side effects from hoodia. Oh, and make sure you drink your water!

Many weight loss diet pills and appetite suppressants other than hoodia gordonii have some pretty nasty side effects.

Ephedra is a stimulant appetite suppressant that has been linked with serious cardiovascular side effects that have lead to death. It was banned by the FDA, but unfortunately, some unscrupulous weight loss companies still manage to make it available online.

Fat blockers such as Alli have been known to cause excessive bowel movements and leakage issues for people who continue to eat high amounts of fat while taking Alli. Many people who take Alli have reported ill side effects such as cramping, bloating and pain.

Caffeine and other stimulants cause side effects such as jittery feelings, nervousness, increased anxiety and insomnia.

I've chosen HoodiThin because its 100% hoodia and I don't have to worry about other troublesome ingredients. You should understand that some hoodia diet pills and supplements do contain other ingredients that may cause side effects. Make sure you check out these ingredients so you don't end up hurting your health or feeling ill.

If you are diabetic you should not take hoodia diet pills. You should also not take hoodia if you are pregnant or nursing as its unclear what the side effects of hoodia may be for your baby. Children should also not take hoodia.

If you want to lose weight with a safe appetite suppressant, hoodia gordonii is a great choice so long as you aren't in one of the above situations. - 16004

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