Caralluma, also known by its scientific name as caralluma fimbriata, is a plant that falls under the cactus family. A very salient plant, the caralluma is known for its appetite suppressing and weight loss properties, making it a revolutionary ingredient for weight loss supplements. It is also known to have the ability to lower blood sugar levels, so those who are diabetic may benefit from this plant as well. Its roots (no pun intended) go back to India, where it grows wild in parts of the country and is known to be a food that enhances one's endurance. The caralluma is very similar to the popular hoodia gordonii cactus found in the Kalahari Desert of Africa as they both can suppress the appetite and lessen hunger pains.
But how does caralluma work to help promote weight loss? Research has shown that the caralumma fimbriata plant has properties that blocks enzyme activity, particularly those that are responsible for the formation of fat. It forces the fat reserves to be burned, which of course results in weight loss or the preve
In addition caralluma has undergone two human double blind, randomized, placebo controlled human clinical trials. The safety of caralluma has been reviewed by three toxicology studies. These studies were done by exacting OECD guidelines and caralluma fimbriata has achieved self-affirmed GRAS [Generally Recognized As Safe] status.
Although generally recoginzed as safe, it's always a good idea to talk with your doctor before starting any weight loss supplements.
