History
Garcinia is a fruit from a tree that is native to parts of India, Asia, Australia, tropical and southern Africa. The plants in this species are sometimes referred to as Mangosteens and Garcinia mangostana has recently become popular and a juice or extract from this fruit is marketed as Mangosteen or Purple Mangosteen.. The rind of Garcinia cambogia is used in curry. The discovery of high amounts of Hydroxy Citric Acid in the rind of Garcinia Cambogia led to its use in over the counter supplements for weight loss.
Function
Hydroxy Citric Acid has been the subject of many laboratory studies producing results that indicated a potential for modulation of lipid metabolism. The extract is extremely bitter and it is known that bitter substances can assist in proper digestion.
Uses of Garcinia
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