90045-23-1

Basic information

• Product Name: Garcinia cambogia extract
• Synonyms: HCA;GARCINIA CAMBOGIA;GARCINIA CAMBOGIA EXTRACT;GARCINIA EXTRACT;GARCINIA INDICA;BRINDALL BERRY;BRINDLEBERRY EXTRACT;Garcinia cambogia, ext.
• CAS NO: 90045-23-1
• Molecular Weight: 0
• EINECS: 289-882-8
• Product Categories: Reduce Weight;Plant extract
• Mol File: 90045-23-1.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

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• CAS DataBase Reference: Garcinia cambogia extract(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Garcinia cambogia extract(90045-23-1)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Garcinia cambogia extract(90045-23-1)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 90045-23-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Garcinia cambogia extract, also known as Malabar Tamarind, is a traditional remedy derived from the dried fruit of the Garcinia cambogia tree, native to South India and South Asia. The fruit, resembling a small green pumpkin, has been used in Asian-style cooking for its sour flavor. The extract is a revolutionary diet supplement, containing up to 30% hydroxycitric acid (HCA), which is believed to be responsible for its weight loss promoting effects. Garcinia cambogia extract also contains xanthones, benzophenones, and organic and amino acids, and is known for its natural and easy-to-find properties.

Uses

Used in Weight Loss Industry:
Garcinia cambogia extract is used as a weight loss supplement for its appetite-suppressing and fat-blocking properties. It is believed to help manage calorie intake by curbing appetite, possibly due to an increase in serotonin levels. Additionally, HCA has been shown to lower the amount of fat in the blood and inhibit the creation of fatty acids, resulting in reduced stress on the body. Studies have also found that HCA supplements can reduce belly fat accumulation in overweight individuals.
Used in Cooking Industry:
Garcinia cambogia extract is used as a flavoring agent in Asian-style cooking for its sour taste, adding a unique flavor to various dishes.

Side effects

Cases of liver damage associated with the use of garcinia cambogia products have been reported. This problem appears to be uncommon, but some cases were severe. Most of the reported cases involved products labeled as containing a combination of ingredients, but some involved products labeled as containing only garcinia cambogia.Other side effects associated with garcinia cambogia include headache and nausea, diarrhea, and other gastrointestinal symptoms.Little is known about whether it's safe to use garcinia cambogia during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Mode of action

The skin, or rind of Garcinia cambogia fruit contains large amounts of hydroxycitric acid (HCA). HCA is a derivative of citric acid, and is marketed as a weight loss supplement, either alone or in combination with other supplements.How HCA works to promote weight loss is not precisely known, but several theories exist. Some experts believe it works by inhibiting an enzyme called citrate lyase, interfering with the conversion of unused carbohydrates into fat. Although HCA does have this effect on carbohydrates in a laboratory petri dish, it is unproven whether it does this once inside the body.Other experts suggest HCA affects other enzymes involved in carbohydrate metabolism, such as pancreatic alpha amylase and intestinal alpha glucosidase. A few postulate that it increases the release or availability of serotonin in the brain, promoting appetite suppression.Nobody knows for sure just how HCA works… or if it really does work.