Herbs For Obesity
Obesity is one of the major health concerns that plague America today. Approximately two-thirds of American adults are considered overweight; while one in three are seriously overweight or obese.
Obesity Herbs
Cayenne, suppresses hunger that one has following a meal and improves metabolism to burn more calories
Chitosan, depresses fat absorption in the digestive tract
Chromium, assists the body utilize fat for activity and helps builds up muscle mass
Siberian ginseng regulates blood glucose levels and decreases sugar cravings.
Garcinia cambogia, quells hunger pangs
Green tea, increases energy expenditure and enhances the ability of the body to burn fat
Guaran, contains caffeine which curbs appetite, increases metabolic rates and has a mild diuretic effect
Licorice, sustains regulated blood sugar level and reduces cravings for sweets
Malabar tamarind, helps prevents the production of fat and suppresses appetite
Siberian ginseng, stabilizes blood sugar and reduces cravings for sweets
Yohimbine, raises metabolic rates, reduces appetite and increases fat burning
Medhika has potent anti-diabetic activity. Various studies have documented the anti-hyperglycaemic activity and the herb has been shown to reduce plasma glucose levels and increase muscle glycogen resynthesis, thereby normalising the energy metabolism in the physiological milieu5. Treatment with Medhika was also found to lower serum and tissue cholesterol levels in experimental studies6.Obesity is surely a cause for concern. Nevertheless, the weight gained can be shed by following simple lifestyle measures and supplementing with medicines and herbs.
Aside being a major cosmetic concern, obesity is a great risk factor for serious medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney troubles, prostate enlargement, female infertility, uterine fibroids, pregnancy disorders, gallstones, cardiovascular diseases, stroke and cancer. Excessive body weight also puts great stress on joints increasing chances of arthritis.
Guggulu
This is a small tree or shrub with spinescent branches. Its gum resin is used in Ayurvedic medicine and is considered to have astringent, antiseptic and antisuppurative (reducing the formation of pus) properties. In various studies, Guggulu has been shown to reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels, factors concerned with the management of obesity. It also assists in burning fat2.
