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Potent Organics Garcinia Cambogia Review – 8 Things You Should Know Before You Buy

By Sasha de Beausset Aparicio, MSc

Reviewed by Rebecca Williams, MD, MA, MB, BChir

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Evidence Based | Summary | Nutrition Facts | Health Benefits | Contraindications | Cost | How To Use | Does it Work

Garcinia Cambogia is an appetite suppressing formulation with the core benefit of promoting weight loss for both men and women. The Garcinia Cambogia fruit comes from South-East Asia where it has a long history of use. The extract from this fruit contains an active ingredient known as Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA), which is claimed to have anti-obesity properties. Several small scale studies seem to confirm this aspect, but in wan not until 2012 that it rose to stardom, after being featured in a very popular TV show. It has since been features alone or in combination with other botanical or non-herbal extracts in dozens different formulations that claim to offer weight management support.

The manufacturer of this formula is a company called Potent Organics. The company has its own website where it lists its physical address and a phone number where it can be reached. The company is based in Florida, United States and claims their manufacturing facilities are GMP compliant.

Other benefits for this supplement include accelerated fat burning, greater lean muscle, support for normal Serotonin levels, and support for normal cholesterol levels. People under the age of 18, pregnant and nursing women as well as those with a known medical condition should consult a healthcare practitioner before use.

Summary

1) What is Garcinia Cambogia?

Potent Organics Garcinia Cambodgia has received the Best Seller title on Amazon.com, which contributes to the formula’s popularity. The exact mechanism of action of Garcinia Cambogia is under study at the time of this review, however it appears that that the active ingredient called Hydroxycitric Acid can inhibit the production of an enzyme called Citrate Lyase which is involved in fat burning mechanisms. Also, HCA may work to increase Serotonin levels, therefore promoting better mood and weight loss.

Large scale human studies involving Garcinia Cambogia have not been conducted; therefore products featuring it have been subject of controversy. When taken by mouth, the extract is considered likely safe for most people, under the condition that usage does not exceed 12 consecutive weeks. Long term safety is not fully understood so you may want to account for the probability that certain side effects may occur. Such side effects include nausea, headache, gastro-intestinal discomfort, liver damage or lower blood sugar.

Nutrition Facts

2) Garcinia Cambogia Nutrition Facts

Garcinia Cambogia contains the following ingredients: Garcinia Cambogia Extract Complex with 80% HCA (Hydroxycitric Acid), and vegetable cellulose (veggie cap).

3) Does Garcinia Cambogia Work?

The supplement offered by Potent Organics has received positive reviews and is an Amazon Best Seller. As far as clinical research of the core ingredient goes, we should be clear from the start: studies have been conducted, but results are contradictory. For instance, a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled human study that was conducted in 2004 reached the conclusion that optimal doses of HCA and even more so a combination of Garcinia Cambogia, Niacin, and a Gymnema sylvestre extract can lead to safe weight-loss, to a reduction in excess body weight and Body Composition Improvement, while promoting healthy blood lipid levels.

Another study conducted in 2001 concluded that supplementation with HCA and was not able to produce body weight loss, a loss of appetite, energy expenditure (as an index of more effective fat burn). Unwanted side effects may include headache, dizziness, dry mouth or upset stomach. Concerns that it may damage the liver have existed, although a clear link has not been established. Garcinia Cambogia supplements may interact with diabetes medicine, pain medication, blood thinners, asthma and allergy drugs, or other prescription drugs for psychiatric conditions. The recommended daily dose is two vegetarian capsules taken twice per day, preferably half an hour before meals with a glass of water.

Health Benefits

4) Garcinia Cambogia Health Benefits

  • There are certain research studies that seem to indicate the formula work, however these are small-scale and their relevance may be limited
  • There is a 90 day money back guarantee available
  • he formula features an extract that contains 80% HCA, while most other formulas feature a 60% HCA concentration

Contraindications

5) Garcinia Cambogia Warnings and Precautions

  • There may be unwanted long term use side effects for Garcinia Cambogia supplements, especially if used over the long term
  • A significant number of consumers claims the formula failed to produce results

Cost

6) How Much Does Garcinia Cambogia Cost?

The supplement comes in bottles of 180 vegetarian capsules, a total of 90 servings, which means a bottle is enough to last 3 months. The list price of the formula is approximately $43; however at the time of the review a consistent price discount is available both on Amazon and on the official website of the manufacturer. You will have to pay approximately $26 to buy one bottle of Garcinia Cambogia, which means a daily cost of treatment of roughly $0.28. A 90 day money back guarantee is available, which only covers regular price items and not sale items. Exchanges are also possible, and you can head over to the manufacturer’s website for further details.

How To Use

7) How to Use Garcinia Cambogia

Two capsules taken twice daily is the recommended dose. For increased chances of effectiveness, the supplement should be taken 20-30 minutes before meals with a large glass of water. General safety guidelines for using Garcinia Cambogia mention a 12 week maximum period of use, followed by an interruption in administration before starting again. Consult a healthcare practitioner for best guidelines of usage.

Does it Work

8) Bottom Line – Does It Really Work?

There are numerous diet pills and supplements on the market, especially since obesity and weight gain have become a serious health threatening issue. Garcinia Cambogia is one of those “miracle solutions” as so often mass media tends to exaggerate for the sake of reaching higher audiences. The fruits of this plant have rose to stardom almost overnight, after being featured in a TV show; however scientific proof of its effectiveness is non-existent at the time of this review. While we can admit that not all individuals react the same way to a formula, we must make note of the fact that there is a large number of complaints against the formula’s actual effectiveness.

To conclude, the large number of reviews. Amazon’s no.1 Best Seller title and company background recommend this as a formula you may want to try out. Consulting a healthcare provider is important before taking any dietary supplement, including this one.

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