Garcinia Cambogia

Garcinia cambogia is a tropical fruit native to Southeast Asia and India. The fruit's rind is dried and used as a spice, and its extract is often used in dietary supplements.

Garcinia cambogia extract is most commonly found in dietary supplements marketed for weight management. It is also sometimes added to teas and beverages.

Garcinia cambogia extract is not approved as a drug by the FDA. While some studies suggest it may have a modest effect on weight loss, the evidence is mixed and not conclusive. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have reviewed its safety, but specific intake limits are not universally established. There have been reports of liver issues associated with its use, though a direct causal link is not definitively proven and may be related to other ingredients in supplements.