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How To Take Garcinia Cambogia

By Cindy Wilson

BS, Dietetics and Nutrition

Updated · 9 min read

The bottom line

It is unclear whether garcinia cambogia products help with weight loss: some evidence suggests a modest effect, while other evidence shows no effect. It may be unsafe to consume garcinia cambogia products, and several cases of liver damage have been reported. If you take any type of medicine, talk with your health care provider before using garcinia cambogia.

This is general information, not medical advice. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about your own situation.

Key takeaways

  • Some of the reported cases of liver damage were severe, but this appears to be uncommon.
  • Other side effects associated with garcinia cambogia include headache, nausea, diarrhea, and other gastrointestinal symptoms.
  • Little is known about whether it is safe to use garcinia cambogia during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
  • Unlike drugs, dietary supplements are not approved by the FDA before they are sold to the public.
  • The FTC charged that a study used to make weight-loss claims about a green coffee extract was so flawed that no reliable conclusions could be drawn from it.

Garcinia Cambogia is promoted as a dietary supplement for weight loss, but it is unclear whether it helps. But the question that is most important to be answered is, how to take Garcinia Cambogia properly?

Garcinia Cambogia is a fruit that is popularly known as Malabar Tamarind. The pumpkin-shaped fruit is beneficial for weight loss in more than one way.

​It is invariable for you to know about the dosage and usage of this fruit. If you don’t properly take the medicinal herbs, they can cause side effects.

So, here in this article, I will discuss everything about how you should take Garcinia Cambogia.

How to Take Garcinia Cambogia Supplements?​

It is unclear whether garcinia cambogia products help with weight loss, and more research is needed to confirm any effects.

Garcinia cambogia products with HCA are promoted as a dietary supplement for appetite control and weight loss.

Research has also shown negative side effects to high levels of HCA consumption, so no more than 3000mg should be taken per day.

A surplus of HCA exceeding 5000mg may result in death, so it is essential to follow dosing instructions.

It is recommended that when first starting to take Garcinia Cambogia supplements, one should take only consume 1500mg per day and slowly increase to around 2000 to 2500mg a day for best results. Garcinia cambogia supplements should be taken between 30-60 minutes before meals and with plenty of water three times daily.

Taking Garcinia Cambogia right before eating is believed to increase the effectiveness of HCA’s ability to inhibit the fat-producing enzyme citrate lyase. Garcinia cambogia supplements should not be combined with other supplements to ensure safety, and juice should be avoided as some interactions have been reported.

Remember, it is important to take high-quality, all-natural HCA supplements and follow the label’s directions. Whether you are consuming HCA in pill or liquid, it is crucial to avoid altering the supplement in any manner.

Some people have been known to increase the supplement’s absorption by breaking the Garcinia Cambogia down and adding it to creamy foods. Still, there is no evidence to support that doing so increases the effectiveness of HCA and should be avoided in case of unknown complications.​

Who Should Take Garcinia Cambogia?​

It may be unsafe to consume garcinia cambogia products, and several cases of liver damage have been reported. Some of these cases were severe, but this appears to be uncommon.

Little research has been performed on the pregnant woman and should be avoided.

A woman who is nursing should also avoid HCA as the exact side effects are uncertain.

Persons with heart conditions should avoid the supplement to ensure no further complications.

HCA can lower blood sugar, so those treated for diabetes should also avoid Garcinia Cambogia.

As with any supplement, it is advised to notify your doctor when beginning to take HCA to avoid possible interactions with other medications and avoid any possible negative side effects with preexisting conditions.

Some evidence suggests a modest effect on weight loss, while other evidence shows no effect. Side effects associated with garcinia cambogia include headache, nausea, diarrhea, and other gastrointestinal symptoms.​​

How to Take Garcinia Cambogia Pills For Weight Loss

Many of you might be aware of the Garcinia Cambogia pills diet. It is one of the most widely preferred weight loss methods.

But, before trying to lose weight with Garcinia Pills, you need to get the basics right. I mean the doses and usage that experts recommend.

If you take the pills wrongly, you might not be able to see the expected result. I have mentioned the dose, usage, benefits, and precautions to take while having GC pills.

Proper Garcinia Pill Dosage ​For Weight Loss

The recommended dose for Garcinia Cambogia is anywhere between 1500 mg to 2000 mg. If the dose is exceeded beyond 2500 mg a day, then the consequences can be fatal.​

You can take 300 – 500 mg pills three times a day. Please check the brand before buying the Garcinia. Dietary supplements are not approved by the FDA before they are sold to the public, and there have been cases of allergy in some people.

This dose is true for both tablets and capsules with HCA (HydroxyCitric Acid) about 50-60 % contained as an extract. HCA is a chemical in the fruit rind that has been studied for its effect on appetite.

Now you have all the necessary information related to the dose of Garcinia Cambogia. I will move on o the next part, which is about the usage for maximum benefits.​

Proper Garcinia Pill Usage​ For Weight Loss

The best way to take Garcinia Cambogia pills is before your meals when the stomach is empty. To do this, you can have the pills anytime between half an hour to one hour before your meals.​

It gets absorbed quickly in the empty stomach. If you take the pills after meals, the absorption won’t be full, and you will not see the expected benefits.

Rember to take one full glass of water with every pill. It is essential to keep your body well hydrated when you are on Garcinia Cambogia pills.

To increase the absorption of the pills, don’t try to club anything else with them. Take the pills as they are and just with water.

Also, don’t try to break the capsules and have the powder mixed with your food. It will not be of any benefit to you.

Benefits of Taking Garcinia Cambogia Pills​

HCA (hydroxy citric acid) is the major component of these pills.

The composition of HCA is almost 60% in the pills. When you take Garcinia Cambogia fruit in the dried form or liquid, a sufficient amount of HCA does not reach your body.

Several studies have investigated the effect of garcinia cambogia on weight loss in people, but less research has been done on other uses.

Important Precautions​!

When you take pills of any herb for weight loss, there is always a little risk involved. It is simply because some people are allergic to certain components.

It might affect you adversely. If your body is sensitive towards any new thing you try, please test the pills first before taking the whole dose.

If you are already on antibiotics or any such medication, ask your physician before getting into the weight loss regime with Garcinia Cambogia pills.​

And don’t forget to read what will happen when you stop taking Garcinia.

How to Take Garcinia Cambogia and Do Colon Cleanse

One important thing to know if you are aiming to lose weight is, colon cleanse. As the name suggests, colon cleanse is cleaning your colon and making it free from toxins.

Your body encounters many toxins daily, in the form of metals, herbicides, pesticides, etc. A 2015 review concluded that there was no compelling research to support the use of detox diets for weight management or eliminating toxins from the body.

Cleansing programs may include laxatives, which can cause diarrhea, and acute diarrhea can lead to dehydration and malabsorption.

To clean your colon, you can take a colon to cleanse that is available in the market or online.

You can club the colon cleanse with Garcinia Cambogia pills.

Proper Garcinia Pill Dosage ​For Colon Cleanse

To do a colon cleanse along with Garcinia Cambogia, you need to follow the below-recommended dose.

​Take Garcinia Cambogia pills as directed before. Three times a day before meals.

Take colon to cleanse pills at night before sleeping. The recommended dose for colon cleanse pills is 1 – 2 pills, 30 minutes before sleeping.

Proper Garcinia Pill Usage​ For Colon Cleanse

To avail of the maximum results for weight loss, take Garcinia Cambogia with a colon cleanse.

Remember to drink sufficient water along with the pills. 8 ounces of water is recommended, along with the colon cleanse pills.

Benefits of Taking Garcinia Cambogia and Doing Colon Cleanse

One of the much-desired benefits of a colon cleanse with Garcinia Cambogia is weight loss.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have taken action against several companies selling cleansing products because they contained hidden ingredients or were marketed using false claims that they could treat serious diseases.

A colon cleanses pill cleanses your large intestine.

Taking Garcinia Cambogia along with a colon cleanse is a great weight loss idea. I have tried it and seen great results.

Important Precautions​!

Pregnant and Lactating women should pay extra attention before having any herb or pills. During this time, there are many hormonal imbalances in the body resulting in a reaction against anything.

Please don’t make it a habit of taking colon cleanse frequently. It is good and safe to be used only for a shorter duration.

Garcinia Cambogia can lead to certain side effects in your body, such as nausea, dizziness, vomiting, and anxiety. If you come across any such symptoms, refer to your physician.

How to Take Garcinia Cambogia with Green Beans

Green Coffee Beans

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Green coffee beans are also believed to be effective in weight loss. The green coffee beans are essentially unroasted.

The brown coffee beans are first green; then they are roasted. In green coffee beans, the concentration of Chlorogenic Acid is high.

Chlorogenic Acid is the thing that is responsible for weight loss benefits in green coffee beans. Although, there is also a small amount of caffeine.

Certain conditions tend to make people more sensitive to caffeine's effects, as can some medications.

Proper Garcinia Pill Dosage with Green Beans

The dose of green coffee beans depends on the concentration of Chlorogenic Acid required in the body. The more the requirement, the more is the dose.

The desired dose of Chlorogenic Acid in isolation is 120 mg to 300 mg.

Proper Garcinia Pill Usage​ with Green Beans

Green coffee beans extract pills can be taken in combination with the Garcinia Cambogia pills.

Take Garcinia Cambogia Pills three times a day and green coffee bean extract pills twice a day.

All the pills need to be taken with sufficient water and 30 minutes to one hour before meals.

Benefits of Taking Garcinia Cambogia with Green Beans

Chlorogenic Acid in green coffee beans is the active ingredient.

Moreover, it has a lot of anti-oxidants. The anti-oxidants help to destroy free radicals from the body. The free radicals in your body damage the cells and cause illness.

If you are a diabetic patient, it is very important not to replace medical treatment for diabetes with an unproven health product or practice.

It is always advisable to consult your physician and then try any weight loss home remedies.

Important Precautions​!

It is essential for people suffering from Diabetes and Heart ailments to consult the doctor before trying any weight loss methods.

The green coffee beans may cause respiratory disorders or discomfort. Please test your body with the small doses first before taking the recommended doses.

I have tried Garcinia Cambogia with a colon cleanse and green coffee beans. But, before you try, please go through the precautions carefully.

I hope this article will help you with your weight loss program. If yes, please share it with your friends and family as well.

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