Since everyone's body is different, one person may require a higher dosage of pure hoodia in order to experience its appetite suppressing power. Other people may only need a lower dosage in order to experience positive results when taking hoodia.
So what is a good and safe "rule" to follow when first taking hoodia?
Here is a simple guide to help you get the most out of your hoodia experience:
1. First and foremost, order 100% hoodia; I can't stress this point enough!
2. Keep careful records as in a diary of which brand name you are using, the dosage in each tablet, pill, or liquid serving, how often, and when.
3. For the first couple of days, take no less than 500mg of real hoodia with an 8-ounce glass of water or juice, 30 minutes before meals.
4. Be sure to record your body's reactions to the hoodia product you decide to take.
5. If you experience no positive results, consider doubling the dosage and see how your body responds. You have to test and test again with each new hoodia product to discover which one works best for you.
More Dosage Tips
It is established that Hoodia Gordonii is a safe, natural weight-loss component. The P57 compound found in Hoodia works as an appetite suppressant with no known side effects. But what is the correct dose? Hoodia pills come in various doses, sizes and forms. Just because a diet pill claims to have Hoodia does not guarantee you will get the right stuff. The amount of Hoodia in the product does matter. 100% Hoodia products are known to offer doses ranging from 400 to over 750mg.
How Much Hoodia Do I Need?
First of all, you must know that Hoodia is not a cheap product to produce. Thriving under extreme heat and taking up to five years to mature, the Hoodia Gordonii cactus is in no hurry to reproduce. That being said, it is awfully tempting for a manufacturer to skimp on the Hoodia offered in their pill. Or a manufacturer may neglect to put the actual amount of Hoodia on the label for the consumer to see. Do purchase a product that states clearly the amount of Hoodia in it. Also, a trusted company will include the acronym C.I.T.E.S. on the label. This shows their certified lab tests performed with Hoodia.
That being said, a recommended dosage of 500 mg/day is said to be sufficient for weight loss. Body size, health and weight may require you to take a bit or less, but 500 mg is the base dose. Start with the 500 mg and if after a few weeks you notice no change in appetite, up your dose a bit. A does of 750 mg/day of Hoodia is not unheard of.
Who Decided on 500 mg?
Statistically, this is the dose that most people notice results. It may be tempting to buy the more potent, and more expensive, 750 Hoodia, but often times this is unnecessary. If 500 mg works for you, there is no need to up your does. Taking more than needed will not make you lose even more weight. Your body does need good nourishment for fuel and the whole point of losing weight is to take care of your body. Listen to what your body tells you. How do you feel after taking Hoodia? Do you notice a change? And as always, consult your doctor to determine an overall weight management program.
