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In the contemporary world external appearance has emerged to be of utmost importance and in such cases, being overweight is definitely quite embarrassing. While this seems to be too trivial a reason to opt for weight loss, it is extremely necessary to bear in mind that obesity is a necessary evil that has gripped present society and in premier countries of the world like the United States of America , more than half of the population is overweight. What is even more disturbing is the fact that apart from adults, children too are falling easy victims to obesity and their percentage is gradually increasing with the passage of time. The recent upsurge in the percentage of obese people have greatly concerned the medical fraternity and the result is the flooding of various weight loss products and supplements in the market. Most of these weight loss products assure quick and painless weight loss. However, it has been noticed that a major section of these weight loss supplements are useless in causing effective weight loss. And in fact, some of these supplements have been known to cause harm to the body to the extent of resulting in death. Therefore, it is advisable that such weight loss supplements be tried only after conducting a through research on these products and if possible seeks medical guidance as well. However, there are certain easy and safer weight loss methods which can go a long way in aiding weight loss and help in maintaining that weight instead of causing instant weight gain which is usually noticeable in case of the intake of weight loss supplements.

The most effective means of losing weight safely is definitely by means of maintaining a balanced diet and follow a regular exercising regimen. It is extremely necessary in such cases to exercise tremendous self control and restrain oneself from consuming high calorie food products like junk foods and soft drinks which are detrimental to weight loss. In fact it has been revealed that soft drinks contain about 150 calories and abandonment of soft drinks can help in losing up to 16 lbs within a year’s time. Organic foods i.e. natural food substances along with fresh fruits and vegetables are conducive to causing weight loss. Another important factor that can facilitate considerable weight loss is the intake of adequate proportions of water. It is advisable to drink a glass of water the first thing in the morning and it is considered by experts to be effective in causing rapid weight loss.

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With over 50% of North Americans fighting the battle of the bulge, the advent of a promising weight loss aid becomes an instant success. While the pounds seem to increase simply by looking at food, losing the weight is often an exercise in futility.
Many individuals complain virtual starvation is a necessary evil of dieting, and sticking to a weight loss plan is extremely difficult. Thus, when a product like Hoodia hits the market, someone probably becomes an instant millionaire.
Called Hoodia Gordonii, the plant responsible for the newest weightless craze looks like a desert cactus. However, the plant is actually a succulent found only in the Kalahari Desert: Any of various plants having fleshy leaves or stems that store water. Cacti and the jade plant are succulents.
Succulents are usually adapted to drier environments and display other characteristics that reduce water loss, such as waxy coatings on leaves and stems, fewer stomata than occur on other plants, and stout, rounded stems that minimize surface area (succulent). According to tradition, natives have been using the plant as a natural hunger suppressant for centuries.
Living in the Kalahari Desert is definitely not like living in a populated area. When people in North America get hungry, a fast food restaurant or a quick shop is virtually around the corner. Groceries stores cater to frozen meals ready in 5 minutes, and recipe books are filled with 30-minute meals. Conversely, people in the Kalahari have been in situations where food and water is not readily available, and traveling distances required going without for unbearable lengths of time. Supposedly, the natives learned Hoodia suppressed both appetite and thirst during difficult periods.
Introduced in North America in 2004, Hoodia claims to provide a natural way to curb appetites, so people can stick to weight loss plans.
Not hungry, individuals will be less likely to cheat or fall off the bandwagon altogether. In addition, since the product is totally natural, the supplement is presumed safe for human consumption, with little/no adverse side effects. With some dieting aids being pulled from shelves, after dieters have suffered severe health complications, all-natural aids are gaining popularity.
With little science to back up the claims of a safe weight loss supplement, the product is literally flying off the shelves. Internet sales are making savvy entrepreneurs wealthy, as a month’s supply is often $35 or more. Based on word of mouth, individuals are assuming the dietary aid is nothing but a long-awaited miracle.
According to WebMD, “Because it is sold as a dietary supplement, Hoodia escapes the level of scrutiny the FDA gives prescription drugs and medications sold over the counter” (Doheny). So, the question remains: Does Hoodia really produce the desired results safely, or are individuals simply wishfully following the latest diet craze?
In search of an answer, 60 Minutes correspondent, Leslie Stahl, traveled to Africa to see the amazing plant, and find out if the plant’s appetite suppressant properties are true. With a local aboriginal guide, Ms. Stahl is introduced to the dieting miracle in its natural habitat. After cutting off a stalk and removing the sharp spines, she is offered a bite of the bitter cucumber-like plant, to see if the plant really works. “Stahl says she had no after effects” no funny taste in her mouth, no queasy stomach, and no racing heart. She also wasn’t hungry all day, even when she would normally have a pang around mealtime. And, she also had no desire to eat or drink the entire day.
“I’d have to say it did work,” (Stahl). According to one research study, consumers of Hoodia actually consumed an average of 1,000 less calories per day. Combined with a proper diet and exercise, individuals could conceivably lose approximately 2 more pounds per week.
Therefore, regardless of the absent research statistics, proponents will continue to purchase Hoodia as fast as the supplement can be produced.
In summary, Hoodia is the latest craze in dietary supplements meant to help fight the battle over obesity among North Americans. Found in the Kalahari Desert, the spiny succulent plant has been part of the bushman’s diet for centuries. In recent years, the appetite suppressant properties have found a home in pills and milk additives.
Supposedly completely natural, Hoodia consumers swear by its ability to reduce calorie intake, and keep dieters from cheating or giving up on a weight loss program altogether. While the jury is still out on Hoodia, people are willing to pay a hefty price to win the battle of the bulge.

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