Has anyone taken the weight loss pill Hoodia Gordinia, and if so, does it work?

Yes. It works. Well, maybe! Not in the way other fat-burners or even appetite suppressants work. Hoodia Gordonii is an extract from a South African succulent (cactus-like plant). It supposedly imitates a chemical in the body that tells the brain that the body does not require food. This body-produced chemical Hoodia imitates is released into the blood stream as the stomach becomes full, indicating a satiated appetite. While there is plenty of anecdotal evidence of it effectiveness, there has not been, to date, any double blind, peer reviewed studies of the supplement. There are many brands that market this, either alone or combined with other ingredients to facilitate weight-loss or appetite suppression. Because this is not a FDA regulated compound, what you're actually getting may not be what is listed on the label. Check around, do your research. I have bought and used Hoodia, both as a supplement, from GNC, and as an ingredient, in TrimSpa. I found that I liked the actual supplement better than TrimSpa, but that could be because of one of the other ingredients in TrimSpa, like the indigestible fiber that literally fills you up. (I burped WAY too much!) Good luck!

i work in a health food store and have for two years (just so you know i actually know what i'm talking about) Hoodia is a great thing, when taken correctly. use appropriaite dosages of it in conjunction with dieting and exercise. ALSO IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE WHAT COMPANY YOU BUY IT FROM!!! buy it from a reputable place (NOT ONLINE) go to a healthfood store and get someone to talk to you about it.

It may help reduce your appetite, but any weight loss method that works by helping you to starve yourself isn't healthy. Good eating habits and exercise are the only "good" way to lose weight and keep it off. If you don't learn good eating habits and get active, you're going to be dependent on weight loss supplements for the rest of your life - OR you're going to gain all the weight back as soon as you stop taking the Hoodia.

I can recommend a reputable pharmacy (Hoodia) http://en.herbal4all.com/mega-hoodia,106,1,5037,0,0.html?refID=5037 I received the order and it was on time and the pills work great.

Yes, so Hoodia's super awesome! Healthy food choices, moderate exercise, loads of water, a Hoodia supplement and you're good as gold. I was trying to get some hard-to-move weight off the thigh area and I found it incredibly helpful. I made the decision, put the effort in, stuck to the routine and definitely now am a happy camper. Check out http://www.tryhoodiagordonii.com if you want to try it.