Hoodia
Hoodia gordonii
A San desert succulent traditionally chewed to suppress appetite and thirst on long hunts.
Traditional use (african-diaspora): A San desert succulent traditionally chewed to suppress appetite and thirst on long hunts.
A San desert succulent traditionally chewed to suppress appetite and thirst on long hunts.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A San desert succulent traditionally chewed to suppress appetite and thirst on long hunts.
Evidence strength: mixed.
- See the evidence level above
- Appetite-suppressant evidence is weak; adulteration and quality problems are common.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Appetite-suppressant evidence is weak; adulteration and quality problems are common.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.