Evaluation of the safety and efficacy of hydroxycitric acid or Garcinia cambogia extracts in humans
Marquez F, Babio N, Bullo M, Salas-Salvado J
Published in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition
Methodology
Systematic review of human and animal studies of Garcinia cambogia / hydroxycitric acid for appetite, body weight and fat loss, plus safety data
Key Findings
Some trials reported body weight and fat loss, but other randomized, placebo-controlled trials found no such effect; studies were small, short and none extended beyond 12 weeks.
Conclusions
There is still little evidence to support the potential effectiveness and long-term benefits of Garcinia cambogia extracts.
Limitations
Included studies were small and short-term; heterogeneous doses and formulations; publication bias likely.
Outcomes Measured
Therefore, there is still little evidence to support the potential effectiveness and long-term benefits of G. cambogia extracts.
Study Details
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Disclosures
Funding
Public research funding (US Government, non-PHS)
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