Plant extracts with appetite suppressing properties for body weight control: A systematic review of double blind randomized controlled clinical trials.

CONCLUSION: According to the findings from this systematic review, the evidence is not convincing in demonstrating that most dietary supplements used as appetite suppressants for weight loss in the treatment of obesity are effective and safe. A balance between conclusive findings by double blind RCTs and advertisement is required to avoid safety concerns and dissatisfaction from consumers. PMID: 23876572 [PubMed - in process]

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23876572?dopt=Abstract

Source: Complementary Therapies in Medicine - July 28, 2013 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Astell KJ, Mathai ML, Su XQ Tags: Complement Ther Med Source Type: research