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Getting to know C.I.T.E.S. Certificates

Ever since the discovery of Hoodia gordonii plant and its appetite suppressant properties confirmed, it became an instant hit. Various companies and manufacturers wanted to get their hands on this unique resource. Over thirteen different species of the Hoodia plant have been discovered but it has been found that Hoodia gordonii only contains the essential molecule which causes reduction in appetite. It grows only in South Africa’s Kalahari Desert. You may see many products in the market which claim to be 100% pure Hoodia but this is impossible because of the low availability of Hoodia gordonii plant.

Realizing the great value of the Hoodia gordonii, the Government of South Africa decided to protect their national resource. All Hoodia production and export is now happens under the strict control of the South African Government. In order to export Hoodia, a CITES certificate would be required. CITES Certification referred to an international conformity between South Africa and other countries of the world over use and export of the Hoodai gordonii plant. CITES is responsible for controlling the international trade of wild life between countries and Hoodia gordonii is one of the protected plants on their list.

Forged documents resembling CITES certificate can also be prepared now days. This fraud is being carried out by both large and small dealers. Some of the popular store chains may carry also make use of false CITES Certificate. It is therefore important to remember that the CITES certificate is not a guarantee of the purity or quality of the product as that certificate could easily be fake.

The best way to determine the quality of a Hoodia product is to ask for its independent lab report. This report should accompany the CITES certificate and should be present with each unit, bottle or package. The date on the package and that on the report must match or must be within past 6 months.

There are numerous internet websites selling all kinds of Hoodia products all of which claim to be 100% pure. As explained earlier, that is impossible. Some companies actually are selling pure Hoodia but it does not belong to the Kalahari Desert and so does not contain the all important molecule p57. Others are using the cactus plant and calling it Hooida while others still, are selling something completely different as Hoodia. A clever person would check the ingredient label and the independent lab report before buying any Hoodia based product. When purchasing online, there are a few things you need to check on the vendor website. Firstly you must find a valid company address and a valid toll-free number so that you can easily contact them with your queries. Secondly, it is always a good practice to buy from a vendor that offers money-back guarantee.

Being a consumer you need to be aware of the fact that using Hoodai supplements still requires you to follow a proper diet and exercise program to achieve a consistent weight loss. It is best therefore to consult a doctor or a nutritionist for professional help before purchasing a dietary supplement.