Question 1

does victoza (liraglutide) and garcina cambogia do the same thing for appetite control?

Accepted Answer

No: Victoza (liraglutide) is a very effective medication for the treatment of diabetes.  It also has strong appetite suppressing effects and is currently being reviewed by the FDA for approval as a weight loss medication.  Garcinia is an herbal supplement that has very little evidence to support its effectiveness as a weight loss agent.

Question 2

i am on methimazole 10mg/daily for graves' disease. i was told by dr.  i can take garcina cambogia as i am not having luck losing weight. is this ok ?

Accepted Answer

Not a problem: This product will not interfere with the action of the methimazole.  On the other hand, there is no scientific evidence that garcinia will have any effect on your weight.  Discuss weight loss with the doctor who prescribed the methimazole.

Question 3

is garsinia cambogia safe to take?  in good health otherwise.

Accepted Answer

Garsinia cambogia: Probably safe to take this weight loss supplement. Better to develop a good diet and exercise routine. Otc materials like this, if they have any effect at all, will only last while you are taking it. Not a substitute for willpower.

Question 4

is garcinia cambogia effective?

Accepted Answer

NO Don't use it: Garcinia cambogia is in most weight loss supplements, and can cause liver failure.It was also used in Hydroxycut which was taken off the market as people died from using it.  I see a handful of patients per month with abnormal liver tests after using this medicine. I would NOT recommend it. There is no "magic pill" for weight loss. Diet and exercise remain the #1 way to lose weight and keep it off

Question 5

what is the original garcinia cambogia?

Accepted Answer

Don't use it: Garcinia cambogia is in most weight loss supplements, and can cause liver failure.It was also used in Hydroxycut which was taken off the market as people died from using it.  I see a handful of patients per month with abnormal liver tests after using this medicine. I would NOT recommend it. There is no "magic pill" for weight loss. Diet and exercise remain the #1 way to lose weight and keep it off

Question 6

what do u know about garcinia cambogia?

Accepted Answer

See below: Garcinia cambogia, also known as tamarind, is a fruit that grows in Southeast Asia. Manufacturers claim that it boosts weight loss by, among other things, "slowing the body's ability to absorb fat,"medical reports of been shown that it does not work as reported. Before you try anything over-the-counter or off the television. Please contact your physician and ask for help with your weight challenge

Question 7

what is taking garcinia cambogia premium like?

Accepted Answer

Don't use it: Garcinia cambogia is in most weight loss supplements, and can cause liver failure.It was also used in Hydroxycut which was taken off the market as people died from using it.  I see a handful of patients per month with abnormal liver tests after using this medicine. I would NOT recommend it. There is no "magic pill" for weight loss. Diet and exercise remain the #1 way to lose weight and keep it off

Question 8

my daughters 13 can she take garcinia cambogia?

Accepted Answer

Garcinia: Not recommended.Since we dont the long term effects of the  medicine children should not be given this herb.

Question 9

what is it like to try garcinia cambogia extract?

Accepted Answer

Don't use it: Garcinia cambogia is in most weight loss supplements, and can cause liver failure.It was also used in Hydroxycut which was taken off the market as people died from using it.  I see a handful of patients per month with abnormal liver tests after using this medicine. I would NOT recommend it. There is no "magic pill" for weight loss. Diet and exercise remain the #1 way to lose weight and keep it off

Question 10

could you tell me where to get garcinia cambogia?

Accepted Answer

Don't use it: Garcinia cambogia is in most weight loss supplements, and can cause liver failure.It was also used in Hydroxycut which was taken off the market as people died from using it.  I see a handful of patients per month with abnormal liver tests after using this medicine. I would NOT recommend it. There is no "magic pill" for weight loss. Diet and exercise remain the #1 way to lose weight and keep it off

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Does victoza (liraglutide) and garcina cambogia do the same thing for appetite control?

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I am on methimazole 10mg/daily for graves' disease. i was told by dr. i can take garcina cambogia as i am not having luck losing weight. is this ok ?

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Is garsinia cambogia safe to take? in good health otherwise.

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Is garcinia cambogia effective?

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What is the original garcinia cambogia?

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What do u know about garcinia cambogia?

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What is taking garcinia cambogia premium like?

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My daughters 13 can she take garcinia cambogia?

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What is it like to try garcinia cambogia extract?

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Could you tell me where to get garcinia cambogia?

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