. Hoodia has stem succulents also known as cactiform as matching with cactus family. The height of Hoodia is about one meter with large flowers having tan color with strong smell. Many species of hoodia are grown as garden plants and one such is hoodia gordonii known as appetite suppressant in the body. consumers of hoodia are increasing due to weight loss ability across the globe.
In 2008 the botanic gardens conservation international claiming that more than 400 medicinal plants are at extinct, which helps in the treatment of fatal diseases. Most of the plants of hoodia act as medicines for health related symptoms like hoodia. Presently consumption of hoodia is prohibited in the society in the world. Consumers can intake hoodia after consulting with an expert as consumers are suffering from diabetes, heart problems, consuming heart medicines, bleeding, blood clotting disorder, anorexia, bulimia and eating disorders.
Consumers should go through guidance from the practioner before opting them as usage on the body. Till now hoodia has not got the approval from FDA declaring as a product of safety, effectiveness, and purity. Consumers are unaware of the risks and advantages associated with hoodia in their life. Traders of hoodia will not show any regulated standard for the production of hoodia compunds in the market. Consumers should buy herbal and health supplements after approval from doctors to avoid the risk of contamination.