The Cactus Diet with Green Tea Review
The Cactus Diet with Green Tea uses the power of foolery to trick your brain into thinking you are full. That power comes from the dessert cactus dieters know and love: Hoodia Gordonii. So what makes the Cactus Diet different? Read on...
The Cactus Diet uses three appetite suppressants: Green Tea, Hoodia and Caralluma.
Both hoodia and caralluma have been used in times of famine in Africa and India. Studies in India indicate that caralluma both reduces the appetite and the circumference of the waist.
Why Use The Cactus Diet with Green Tea Supplements
Some people just have a large appetite especially those that were always told as children to "clean your plate." If your appetite just doesn't know when enough is enough, you need a way to shut off the stuffing response.
Whether it's habit, anxiety or hormones, an insatiable appetite will destroy all efforts to lose weight. Your weight loss supplement of choice must be one that stops the excess desire to eat all the time.
An over active appetite can be a symptom of a medical condition including hyperthyroidism and diabetes. See your doctor is your symptoms are severe.
Recommended dosage is 2 capsules with meals up to 6 capsules per day. |
60 capsules retail for about $38.00 on Amazon. You'll pay a couple of dollars more on the company's website. |
Pros
- With 3 known appetite suppressants, this one is likely your best supplement option if excess/binge eating is your main diet problem.
- The company provides full disclosure of the ingredients and quantities.
- The dosage is spread out over the day in order to keep your appetite constantly under control.
- The addition of green tea will also help with fat burning.
Cons
- There are too few studies to support caralluma as a weight loss aid but it has a long history that supports it appetite suppressing properties.
- If you take the full dose, the cost may be something to consider.
- If you don't like taking supplements, you may not like taking 6 pills per day.
Product InformationHoodia and caralluma are both succulents that have been used to curb hunger by indigenous people in Africa and India for centuries. The cactus blend in the product is 520mgs. Both green tea's and hoodia's appetite suppression abilities do have scientific support; caralluma's support is still pending. Hoodia has no known side effects. Caralluma has been reported to cause in some users mild stomach upset, flatulence and constipation. Green tea contains caffeine (1/3 the amount of coffee). |
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The Cactus Diet contains
- Hoodia Gordonii is a South African flowering cactus that sends a message to the satiety center in the brain that tells the stomach it is full. Study participants have reported a drop in appetite up to 50% within a few days of taking hoodia supplements.
- Caralluma Fimbriata is still fairly new in weight loss products in the U.S. Small studies indicate this plant can decrease fat accumulation and build lean muscle mass. It is called the famine food in India where it is used to increase stamina and mental focus.
Caralluma is used in Ayurvedic medicine (the traditional medicine of India) to manage blood sugar levels, reduce cravings and promote a good mood.
The phyto-chemicals in Caralluma include:
- Bitter Saponins - decreases acne, excess oil and dermatitis.
- Flavone Glycosides - an antioxidant that is also found in ginkgo biloba.
- Megastigmane Glycosides - supports the immune system with viral antigen properties.
- Pregnane Glycosides - an appetite suppressant also found in Hoodia.
- 100% Organic Green Tea Extract - Read all the benefits of Green Tea.
- Slimaluma is listed as a proprietary blend and appears to be Prickly Pear, a cactus found in southwest U.S. Prickly Pear has been studies for its ability to lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol and stabilize blood sugar levels.
Maximum International is located in Pompano Beach, Florida and has been in business since 1999. It manufactures over 100 natural ingredient health supplements.
The company is a FDA inspected and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) certified facility.
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