Although the Hoodia Gordonii plant has been in use for millenia, it has just recently become more popular in the West, specifically as an aid for losing weight. Due to media coverage, Hoodia Gordonii products are in demand, whether the product is Pure Hoodia or Hoodia is just one of several ingredients.

Although you will most likely want to begin using the Hoodia supplement immediately, you should take the time to research its properties. There are many studies available that can show you just how Hoodia Gordonii helps in the weight loss process.

Once you are aware of the facts, you will be able to choose the products that will be most effective for weight loss and avoid the rest. Many types of Hoodia plants exist, but only products containing the Hoodia Gordonii type help suppress the appetite.

Unfortunately, there are some unscrupulous manufacturers who are trying to cash in on the current popularity of Hoodia by selling products claiming to be Pure Hoodia. Although these products may come from Hoodia plants, they are not necessarily using Hoodia Gordonii.

Many companies claim that their Hoodia product will help you to lose weight, but the 'P57 molecule' is the only ingredient that has been proven to be able to assist in that area. P57 is the active appetite suppressing ingredient found in Hoodia Gordonii. It is licensed to Phytopharm, the company that tested the product.

The results of their studies indicated that when morbidly obese individuals used P57, they consumed 1,000 fewer calories per day. Obviously this is the reason that people believe that Hoodia is the new magic bullet to assist those who wish to lose weight.

Keep in mind that P57 should be available in a Hoodia product as long as it is made from an extract of the genuine Hoodia Gordonii plant. According to studies, P57 is only found in the core of the Hoodia Gordonii plant.

So, will Hoodia help you lose weight? Yes! But only if you are sure to use a genuine Hoodia Gordonii product and avoid the rest.