SUPPLEMENTS FOR APPETITE CONTROL

The obesity epidemic is spreading around the world and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warn that approximately two thirds of American adults are now overweight or obese. Natural nutrients that help control appetite offer an effective tool in the battle of the bulge. Recent obesity research has been discovering powerful botanicals that have appetite-suppressing effects and promote weight loss. The following supplements offer natural appetite control that help decrease caloric intake, suppress food cravings and enhance satiety (the feeling of satisfaction).

1. Hoodia Gordonia Extract- Hoodia extract is derived from the Hoodia gordonii plant, native to the Kalahari Desert of South Africa. Hoodia contains an active, appetite-suppressing compound called P57 that sends a signal to the satiety center of the brain that the body is not hungry. A double-bind, placebo- controlled study found that overweight participants given Hoodia ate 1,000 calories a day less than those in the control group.

2.   Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)-Several studies have reported that CLA improves fat metabolism, increases lean body mass and reduces appetite, without a change in diet or exercise.

3. Fiber- Water-soluble fiber has multiple weight loss benefits. Research reports that high fiber intake diminishes appetite, increases feelings of fullness, and improves weight control.

4. Chromium- An eight-week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study found that supplementation with a natural dietary compound containing chromium reduced appetite, inhibited fat synthesis, and decreased body weight in 60 moderately obese participants.

5. Korean Pine Nut (Pinolenic Acid)- Penolenic acid, an extract of the Korean Pine Nut, has been found to significantly suppress appetite and enhance satiety. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study found that supplementation with pine-nut derived pinolenic acid reduced food intake by 36 percent in overweight participants.

6. Garcinia Cambogia- Garcinia cambogia, an extract from the Malabar tamarind fruit, inhibits the conversion of carbohydrates into fat, reduces appetite, and promotes weight loss.

7. Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)-Studies suggest that 5-HTP enhances satiety, leading to decreased appetite and caloric intake at meals and weight loss.

Lipitrex contains CLA, Chromium, and Pinolenic Acid.

 Back to Home

1. Hoodia Gordonii Fact File FAQs. Phytopharm.com, online:
   

href="http://www.phytopharm.com/jHoodia_faq.html"

2. MacLean DB and Luo LG. Increased ATP content/production in the hypothalamus may be a signal for energy-sensing of satiety: studies of the anorectic mechanism of a plant steroidal glycoside. Brain Res 2004 Sep10; 1020(1-2):1-11.

3. Gaullier JM et al. Conjugated linoleic acid supplementation for 1 year reduces body fat mass in healthy overweight humans. Am J Clin Nutr 2004 Jun;79(6):1118-25.

4. Gaullier JM et al. Supplementation with conjugated linoleic acid supplementation for 24 months is well tolerated by and reduces body fat mass in healthy overweight humans. J Nutr 2005 Apr;135(4):778-894.

5. Lairon D et al. Dietary fiber intake and risk factors for cardiovascular disease in French adults. AJCN Dec 2005;82(6):1185-1194.

6. Preuss HG, Bagchi D et al. Effects of a natural extract of (-)-hydroxycitric acid (HCA-SX) and a combination of HCA-SX plus niacin-bound chromium and Gymnema sylvestre extract on weight loss. Diabetes Obes Metab . 2004 May;6(3):171-180.

7. Hoeger WW, Harris C et al. Four-week supplementation with a natural dietary compound produces favorable changes in body composition. Adv Ther . 1998 Sep;15(5):305-314.

8. Causey JL. Korean pine nut fatty acids induce satiety-producing hormone release in overweight human volunteers. Study presented at: American Chemical Society National Meeting & Exposition; March 26-30, 2006; Atlanta, GA.

9. Pizzorno J and Murray M. Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine, New York: Prima, 1998: 686-693.

Home | More About 3-Hour Diet