FAQs About Garcinia Cambogia

Garcinia Cambogia & Super Citrimax^®

What is Garcinia Cambogia (Super Citrimax^®)?
Super CitriMax^® is an all-natural, safe and effective fruit extract Garcinia cambogia. Extracted from the South Asian fruit Garcinia cambogia, Super CitriMax^® is standardized to 60% (–)-hydroxycitric acid (HCA), which has been clinically shown to suppress appetite, inhibit fat production, increase fat burning and increase weight loss without stimulating the central nervous system. Super CitriMax^® is protected by three U.S. Patents (6,160,172, 6,395,296, 6,875,891) with world-wide patents pending. Super CitriMax^® has been determined GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by a group of independent leading toxicologists.

What is the recommended dosage of Garcinia Cambogia?
The recommended clinical strength daily dosage is 1500 mg (3 vegetarian capsules) per serving, three-times per day ½ - 2 hours before meals. The recommended satiety daily dose is 500 mg (1 vegetarian capsule) three times a day.  Don't be fooled by products labeled as Garcinia cambogia extract standardized for (—)-hydroxycitric acid, which label the amount of Garcinia, not the active (—)-hydroxycitric acid. These products typically contain ineffective levels of HCA and not the patented calcium/potassium form of HCA (Super CitriMax^®).

What does “clinical strength” mean?
Clinical strength refers to the HCA potency, bioavailability and dosage used in the Super CitriMax^® human clinical weight loss study. HCA has been sold as a safe, all-natural diet ingredient for years with mixed results. The reason isn’t really a mystery—all HCA products are not created equal. They vary according to potency, bioavailability and dosage, each of which is critical to effectiveness. Taken together, the 60% HCA potency, superior bioavailability and clinically tested doses used in the Super CitriMax^® clinical weight loss study has resulted in a new generation diet product like no other product.

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How is Garcinia Cambogia Gold™ different?
Garcinia Cambogia Gold™ features Super CitriMax^®, which  works naturally without stimulating the central nervous system. It is non-habit forming and will not cause sleeplessness, nervousness or rapid heart rate associated with diet stimulants such as caffeine. Super CitriMax^® is manufactured under strict laboratory-controlled procedures to ensure optimum potency, purity and efficacy. Super CitriMax^® calcium/potassium bound HCA is also more soluble and better absorbed than other HCA products.

How is Garcinia Cambogia (Super CitriMax^®) Gold™ superior to other brands of Garcinia (Super CitriMax^®)?
Garcinia Gold™ is superior to other brands of Garcinia in the following ways:.

• Garcinia Gold™ is made from certified allergen-free ingredients
• Garcinia Gold™ is formulated using the proprietary, patented, clinically validated Super CitirMax^® Garcinia ingredient
• Garcinia Gold™ contains the highest percentage of HCA compared to other Garcinia products
• Garcinia Gold™ manufactured in a FDA-registered cGMP-compliant manufacturing facility right here in the US
• The finished product certified allergen-free by an international, third-party lab
• Garcinia Gold™ is premium quality without the premium price tag

How does Garcinia Gold™ work?
Garcinia Gold™, featuring Super CitriMax^®, works by inhibiting the enzymes that convert carbohydrates into fat. If not utilized for energy, carbohydrates are converted into fat and stored in the body. Super CitriMax^® inhibits the conversion of carbohydrates into fat and promotes an increase in the formation of stored energy as glycogen. This also signals the brain to turn off hunger signals. Published peer-reviewed clinical studies show that Super CitriMax^® increases fat oxidation ("burning") as well as brain serotonin levels, a neurotransmitter involved in mood, sleep and appetite control, which may help address many of the emotional issues overweight people face, including binge-eating  and mood disorders.

How long do I have to take Garcinia Cambogia before I see any benefits?
Unlike OTC and prescription drugs that provide instant, temporary symptomatic relief without addressing the underlying problem responsible for poor health, herbal supplements provide progressive, long-term benefits by helping the body correct the underlying problem. While there are certain classes of herbs that work well in acute conditions to provide quick relief; herbs like Garcinia need to be taken for at least 3-4 weeks before the full range of benefits can be realized. Garcinia is best when taken as part of a health-maintenance program, which includes a sensible diet and moderate exercise regimen.

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What is the difference between a whole herb and standardized extract? Is one necessarily better or more effective than the other?
Unfortunately, this question does not have a simple answer. Both whole plants/herbs and standardized extracts have advantages and disadvantages and choosing one over another is as much a matter of philosophy as it is of simple preference.

• Standardized extracts are based on the assumption that certain components of a plant are more active and helpful than others and it is important that there are no differences in the quantity and quality of this active ingredient from batch to batch. When you buy a standardized herbal product from a GMP-certified manufacturer, you can be assured that you are getting a product that has a certified percentage of the active ingredient in every capsule/tablet and across batches, processed using state-of-the-art machinery, and free of contaminants.
• Whole plant/herbs are based on the premise that all the different components work together synergistically to deliver health benefits rather than individual ingredients extracted in a lab. The trade-off in this case is that there are likely to be considerable differences in the actual quality of the herb from batch to batch. Quality of whole herbs/plants vary depending on where they are grown, soil composition, weather conditions, when they are harvested, type and frequency of chemical pesticides used during cultivation, and the processing techniques employed during manufacturing.

Does Garcinia Cambogia have any side effects or interactions?
Garcinia does not have any known side effects. However, it is always recommended to consult your healthcare provider before taking any nutritional supplements, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or currently taking prescription medications.

Is Garcinia Cambogia safe for long-term use?
Yes. Garcinia Cambogia Gold™ by Nutrigold^® features Super CitriMax^®, a proprietary, clinically validated, standardized extract of Garcinia that is safe when used as recommended because it is completely natural and does not contain any stimulants.

What are some things to watch for when making a decision about nutritional supplements?
Because the FDA does not regulate the dietary supplements industry, there are a number of products in the market that are unsafe, ineffective, and a generally drain on your resources. Always, take into account the following factors when determining if you are getting the best quality product at the best value:

• Garcinia Whole herb vs. Garcinia Standardized extract - whole herbs are generally lower priced than standardized extracts
• Potency of Garcinia Supplement - Higher potency means you get more of what you need in each capsule
• Amount of active ingredient - higher the % of active ingredient, greater the amount of what is presumed to be responsible for the observed benefits
• Total number of capsules per bottle - just because a product has more capsules per bottle does not make it a better value. You need to consider potency, amount of active ingredient, serving size and recommended dosage when determining whether something is a good value for your money or not

*Disclaimer: The information on this page and website is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical opinion. It is always recommended to consult a healthcare professional before starting any kind of supplementation. The statements and product information have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.