Description
Garcinia Cambogia is a fruit, popularly referred to by other names such as Malabar tamarind, Kudam
puli and Brindleberry and is found in parts of India and Southeast Asia. It resembles a small pumpkin
in nature and can be light green or yellow in color. When the fruit rinds dry, they turn black or
dark brown. It is used in food preservation and in culinary recipes especially fish curry as it lends
a tart and spicy flavor, unique to the dish. Garcinia Cambogia has been a part of Ayurvedic medicine
for thousands of years. It is primarily used in medications prescribed for reducing lipid levels,
curb cravings and promoting weight loss, The fruit contains hydroxycitric acid (HCA) which research
indicates is the main ingredient that helps suppress appetite and aids weight-loss.
Garcinia Cambogia Nutrition facts Rich in Vitamin C: Garcinia Cambogia is a citrus fruit and thus it
is rich in vitamin C. Vitamin c is a known to be a great anti-oxidant which can help in preventing
and fighting free radical attack on our body. Free radicals are key reasons for some of the most
serious diseases including cancer. Vitamin C is also helpful various other body organs such as heart.
It has an anti-inflammatory property which makes it great to prevent and fight arthritis.
Xanthones : Garcinia Cambogia also contains Xanthones which are powerful phytonutrients.
Studies have shown that they can play an important part in fighting cancer.
Hydroxycitric acid : This is the key ingredient which is responsible for weight loss properties of
Garcinia Cambogia. HCA as it is commonly known, is known to prevent food cravings and inhibits
carbohydrate conversion to fat (fat synthesis).
Garcinol: Another important constituent of Garcinia Cambogia is Garcinol. It is known to have
antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, anti angiogenic, and proapoptotic activities. Its potential as an
anti-cancer agent is under research.
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