Hoodia Gordonii is a herb. Hoodia Gordonii is its latin botanical name. The herb grows wild in the harsh conditions of the Kalahari desert of Southern Africa.

Why have I not heard of this herb before?

The SAN tribes people of the Kalamari desert have been eating Hoodia Gordonii for centuries to reduce hunger and thirst on long hunting trips of several days duration.

Both food and water remains a scarce resource in the Kalamari desert. Commercial cultivation of the herb started only a few years ago, driven by the need for a natural slimming aid that actually works.

Why is Hoodia Gordonii expensive compared to other herbal slimming aids?

For two reasons: 1. It is far more effective than any other known herbal slimming aid. 2. The herb plant is difficult to cultivate and takes several years to mature before harvesting. The herb remains in very short supply.

How does Hoodia Gordonii work?

Hoodia Gordonii contains a natural active ingredient, P57, which has only recently been identified. The P57 works as an appetite suppressant. Taking Hoodia Gordonii when you are hungry alleviates the feeling of hunger and so makes you less likely to snack between meals due to hunger.

When you take Hoodia Gordonii before a meal, even a small meal leaves you feeling more satisfied which encourages you to eat smaller meals.

What are the side effects?

There are no known negative side effects. Some people have reported an elevation in mood when they are taking Hoodia Gordonii. It will not make your heart race. It will not make you drowsy. It will not keep you awake at night.

What is a Vegecap?

We pack the Hoodia Gordonii into a non-gelatine Vegecap, the capsule is made from plant cellulose, making it suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

What is in a Vegecap?

100% Pure dried Hoodia Gordonii - 400mg no additives or preservatives

What are the difficulties when shopping for Hoodia Gordonii

As with all products, it is important to buy from someone you trust. Our capsules only contain 100% pure dried Hoodia Gordonii because it is only this herb that will suppress your appetite. We encapsulate the Hoodia Gordonii powder ourselves to ensure the highest quality.

There are other Hoodia herbal plants, but only Hoodia Gordonii has the active ingredient to suppress the appetite. Beware of companies offering 'Pure' Hoodia Gordonii who are actually combining Hoodia Gordonii with Magnesium or Chromium.

How much Hoodia Gordonii should I take?

This depends on your size, weight and metabolism but typically people start taking four to six capsules per day and then lower the daily intake to one or two capsules per day depending on diet regime and lifestyle.

Is there a right time to take Hoodia?

There is no right or wrong time to take Hoodia Gordonii. It does not make you drowsy or keep you awake.

Why is each Vegecap filled with 400mg of Hoodia Gordonii?

We have fixed our capsule weight to give you control over its use. Be cautious of other products offering 50mg of Hoodia Gordonii or less, you will not notice the effect of such a small amount.

Are Natural Diet - Hoodia Gordonii - Vegecaps easy to swallow?

Natural Diet - Hoodia Gordonii - Vegecaps are the same size as generally available medicines such as Ibuprofen or Aspirin.

How do you make the Natural Diet - Hoodia Gordonii - Vegecaps?

The Hoodia Gordonii plants are cultivated in Southern Africa and then harvested when mature. The plant is then cut and reduced to a 20:1 extract from the pulp, dried and powdered.

The sterilised powder is shipped to the UK where we encapsulate it into Vegecaps using pharmaceutical equipment. Our processes include adoption of HACCP, QS9000 and ongoing quality monitoring to ensure only the best quality product leaves our premises.

Are there any precautions to taking Hoodia Gordonii?

We advise the following directions and precautions on every jar:

For adults, take 1 to 2 capsules up to three times a day. Do not use with any other appetite suppressant. For best results combine with a healthly lifestyle. Consult your nutritionist for a balanced weight loss program.

Consult a doctor before use if you are under medical supervision. Pregnant or lactating women should consult a doctor before using any product. Discontinue use and consult a doctor if adverse reactions occur. Do not use if cap seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place, out of sunlight.