Active IngredientThe plant contains iso-prenylated polyphenols—cambogin and camboginol. The fruit contains about 30% acid (dry weight basis), which is essentially (−)-hydroxycitric acid (HCA).
UsesGarcinia inhibits the supply of fatty acids without affecting adipose conversion.
DescriptionTaking Garcinia fruit rind extract orally does not seem to help decrease weight, satiety, fat oxidation or energy expenditure in obese people.