Hydroxycitric+Acid+(HCA)

=Other Names= HCA, Hydroxycitrate, Garcinia Cambogia extract

=Generalities= Commercial hydroxycitric acid is obtained from the garcinia fruit. To avoid neutralizing the effect of HCA, fiber supplements should not be taken at the same time

=Properties and mode of action= According to the animal data HCA is thought to have the ability of preventing fat cells from storing fat from blood sugars. Sugars and starches are stored in the body in the form of fat through an enzyme called ATP citrate lyase. HCA inhibits this enzyme.

=Indications= Weight loss with a diet rich in carbohydrates and low in fiber.

=Contraindications= Pregnancy and breastfeeding

=Precautions= At high doses, this extract can cause mild gastro-intestinal problems

=Food Sources= -Garcinia Cambogia, a plant from India and Asia