Hoodia Hoodia Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
In this section we will be posting frequently asked questions and answers regarding the Hoodia Hoodia supplement by Millennium Health. For more general questions and answers on hoodia, you may also want to read our Hoodia Frequently Asked Questions article.
How much Hoodia Hoodia should I take?
To learn the right amount of Hoodia necessary to get the desired appetite suppressant effect will take a little experimenting. We recommend that you start by taking 2 capsules a day (1 in the morning and 1 early evening). The Hoodia Hoodia is so potent that for most people 800 mg a day is all they need to suppress appetite.
If after using 2 capsules a day for 1 full week you are not seeing a change in appetite you may need to use more hoodia. Please increase the dosage to 2 capsules, 2 times a day.
How much weight will I lose if I use Hoodia Hoodia?
That really depends on your diet and exercise. Hoodia Hoodia is an amazing weapon to cut hunger and cravings, of course we all still need to eat. What you decide to eat for your meals and how much you exercise will determine how much weight you lose.
For most people, it is those late night snacks and in between meal cravings that are the hardest to deal with. Hoodia will help reduce the desire to snack, since you trick your brain into thinking you are full. Therefore, if you have healthy meals and exercise, you should see significant weight loss - all without side effects!
How long before I see results?
With the Hoodia Hoodia you should see results within 14 days. While some people will notice appetite suppression within the first few days of using hoodia, for other people the body needs more time to build up the active ingredients in hoodia. For this reason, you should stick with taking the Hoodia Hoodia as directed for at least 14 days before judging its effectiveness.
It is also important to drink 8 ounces of water when taking hoodia capsules, this helps the hoodia get fully absorbed into your body.
Is there anyone who should not use Hoodia Hoodia?
While hoodia is considered very safe and side effect free, we do not feel that women who are pregnant or nursing should use hoodia supplements. In addition, if you have high blood pressure, you may want to check with your Doctor before using a hoodia supplement. It makes sense to always check with your doctor before starting any new supplements program.
Can I use Hoodia Hoodia with the current meds I am taking?
We are sorry, but for your own safety we can not give specific medical advice on Hoodia and possible drug interactions. We are not MDs and do not have your full medical history. In terms of specific advice on using Hoodia with any medications, you should always consult with your primary care physician.
What is the deal with 20:1 Hoodia Extracts?
You will see a number of Hoodia supplements that claim to use a 20:1 Hoodia extract. They make the claim that "taking one of our 200mg tablets is the equivalent of eating 4 grams of the Hoodia plant". We find the Hoodia Extract claims both misleading and potentially in violation of various patent laws.
As we stated in our History of Hoodia article, Phytopharm owns a patent on the "process to extract the hoodia plant". Phytopharm uses about 20 lbs of raw hoodia gordonii plant to produce 1 lb of hoodia for weight loss applications. This is where the "20:1 extract" terminology comes from. Again, we are not lawyers, but we believe if you say you use a 20:1 extract of the hoodia gordonii plant to produce an appetite suppressant, you are violating Phytopharm's patent on the process to extract hoodia and the use of hoodia as an appetite suppressant. While Phytopharm has not been actively enforcing its patent, we feel the lawsuits will come shortly against companies claiming a 20:1 extraction.
We find the 20:1 Extract claim misleading in that technically it is not an extract - it is just a concentrate. Companies are not extracting a certain portion of the hoodia plant that is 20 times as powerful as the rest of the plant. It is simply what they call a "wet versus dry number." If you take 20 pounds of raw hoodia (wet) and dry it, turn it into chips and process it into to powder (dry) you only end up with 1 pound. To be accurate, this should be a called a 20:1 concentrate, not an extraction.
Okay, but does the Hoodia Hoodia use a 20:1 extract?
Hoodia Hoodia is the most potent and pure form of Hoodia Gordonii on the market. Millennium Health does not use terms like "20:1" because no Hoodia supplement is an extract. It is important to note that Hoodia Hoodia contains no fillers and no flowing agents - each 400 mg capsules contains 400 mg of the purest and most potent Hoodia Gordonii on the market.
Is Hoodia Hoodia licensed by the Western Cape Conservation Authority of South Africa and CITES?
Yes! Hoodia is a protected plant, and as such you need to have a permit to export it from South Africa. Click here to see the permit issued by CapeNature. Very few companies actually have a permit to export Hoodia Gordonii, the fact that Millennium Health does, once again shows why it is the gold standard of Hoodia products.
What about all the cheaper Hoodia supplements on the market?
We know that on paper, there are Hoodia supplements that look like a better deal than the Hoodia Hoodia. We contacted most of these "cheaper pure hoodia" companies and were not impressed by what we heard. We got deceptive answers to some of our questions and just plain lies to others.
In the end, we were able to determine what raw Hoodia Gordonii from the Kalahari desert costs per kilogram. Once we had this number, we did the math to see if the Hoodia Hoodia was fairly priced. What we found was, not only is Hoodia Hoodia the Gold Standard of Hoodia, it is also very competitively priced. The company is looking to make money on volume, therefore, there is very little markup on each bottle of hoodia.
Interestingly, some other companies are claiming to sell Hoodia supplements for 50% less than what it costs to buy the raw Hoodia from South Africa. This leads us to believe they are using hoodia from China or Mexico (which costs 400% less than South African hoodia), even though they falsely claim their hoodia is from South Africa. The problem is the math doesn't work out, so the old saying holds true - "You get what you pay for".
Is there any guarantee on the Hoodia Hoodia?
Absolutely! We offer a 30 day 100% money back guarantee. Go ahead and use a full bottle of the Hoodia Hoodia, if you are not happy just return the empty bottle and we will refund your money (only shipping is non-refundable)
Can you tell me one more time why I should pick Hoodia Hoodia over the hundreds of other hoodia products on the market?
Sure. We know it is confusing with everyone claiming to have the best hoodia in the world. Throughout this site we have tried to explain why we choose Hoodia Hoodia over the competitors. Once again, here are the highlights...
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