(Unilever found that hoodia does not stifle hunger and has serious side effects, including headaches, nausea, increases in blood pressure and signs of liver damage.)

What does hoodia do to your body?

(Unilever found that hoodia does not stifle hunger and has serious side effects, including headaches, nausea, increases in blood pressure and signs of liver damage.)

Does hoodia cause heart problems?

Other appetite suppressants often note increased heart rate and higher blood pressure. However, hoodia does not seem to cause these problems in the average user. The American Botanical Council, a non-profit research organization, notes that they have not received any negative reports from consumers concerning hoodia.