For each person that says hoodia gordonii works to control their appetite, another says it doesn't. While some experts say hoodia seems safer than a lot of over-the-counter diet pills, there's really no convincing… evidence for or against hoodia gordonii. If you do want to try hoodia, experts say to be sure you're getting the real thing -- certified hoodia gordonii from South Africa. Many manufacturers mix hoodia with stimulants like bitter orange or green tea extract, and researchers take an even dimmer view of the safety of those ingredients. DEX-L10, like all diet supplements, hasn't been approved by the FDA and hasn't been subjected to clinical studies, but at least it contains authentic hoodia gordonii and no added stimulants. However, there are not enough studies to show its efficacy, and some advocates, including Consumer Reports and ConsumerLab.com, do not recommend hoodia for weight loss at all.
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