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Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA) is a derivative of citric acid found in various tropical plants such as gambooge fruit (Garcinia cambogia) and hibiscus (Hibiscus subdariffa). HCA has recently gained prominence in the field of dietary supplements and weight loss products. It is the primary ingredient in such products as “Hydroxycut,” “Hydroxadrine,” and “Citrimax” to name a few. Despite the attention given to HCA and the dietary supplements which rely on it, one must consider its actual effectiveness or lack thereof especially with regard to the other ingredients it is combined with.
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| Ingredients At A Glance |
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The HCA commonly found in dietary supplements is derived from the gambooge fruit (a.k.a. brindleberry). HCA has been shown in some animals to help metabolize lipids (fat) and reduce the amount of carbohydrates metabolized. The theory, then, is that the same results will occur in humans and fat will be burned while carbohydrates will be “blocked.” There are no clinical studies to this effect. There are also claims that HCA has appetite suppressing properties. Controlled studies with humans are scarce and one recent well-controlled trial showed little difference in results between those taking HCA and those taking the placebo.
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| Cost |
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HCA (again) is the main ingredient in various products. So, in that sense, one must look at the cost of the parent products. The average cost for basic Hydroxycut is approximately $60 for a one month supply while products like Citrimax can be purchased at closer to $10 or $12 per one month supply. Return policies vary from vendor to vendor. Return policies are an essential consideration when purchasing a weight-loss product.
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| Website In Focus |
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The websites of products containing HCA vary from one product to another. Some are informative and provide customer testimonials, guarantees, and other pertinent information while others are quite vague. Some own up to the need for exercise and healthy eating habits on the part of the dieter while others do not.
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| Positives |
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HCA has evidence fat burning results in animals
HCA is readily available (in many different products some of which can be purchased at stores)
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| Negatives |
Their customers do not like them at all and have negative things to say about their experiences. Click here to read a popular Hydroxycitric Acid blog.
HCA’s most convincing property is fat-burning and therefore must be combined with a strong appetite-suppressant.
Strong evidence in controlled studies with humans is scarce and one trial has shown little difference between HCA and a placebo
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| Final Thoughts |
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Whether or not HCA is effective as a fat-burner is, at best, debatable. What is important to remember is that even if one is to believe in the fat-burning properties of HCA, it still must be combined with a true appetite-suppressant.
If you’re looking to take the helm of weight loss in your life you should search for a healthy eating plan that you like and can stick with. Daily exercise is extremely important, so find something you enjoy and can be consistent with. Water is also very important and by drinking a lot of it you’ll stay hydrated and keep your body free of toxins. Lastly, try the addition of a supplement specifically designed to help with weight loss. The most important ingredients of a product you are the two key elements in all effective diet products: a fat-burner to rid the body of excess weight on the arms, hips, belly, thighs and buttocks, and an appetite suppressant to help manage the intake of calories and curb cravings. A number of good intentions are ruined by powerful cravings that render our dieting efforts useless. If you combine all these elements with a strong dose of resolution and patience you will see results.
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