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Caralluma fimbriata
Appetite · Weight management
Tier 3 — Trending
What it is
A succulent plant traditionally eaten as a famine food in India, studied as an appetite suppressant. Two RCTs found modest reductions in waist circumference and hunger scores over 60 days. Weight loss effects were small and inconsistent. Appears safe with no serious adverse events, but larger and longer trials are needed.
Efficacy
2/5
Safety
4/5
Research
2/5
Onset
2/5
Cost
3/5
Drug-int.
5/5
Dose
500–1,000 mg/day Caralluma fimbriata extract; modest appetite effects in small trials
Time of day & tips
Take with a glass of water 30 min before meals. Can cause mild nausea initially — take with a small snack if needed.
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