Hydroxycitric acid (HCA), has historically been used for cooking, but it’s also been used for weight loss and to lower cholesterol. HCA is found in a variety of tropical plants including tamarind fruit. Advocates say that HCA works by making you feel full, reducing your appetite, and affecting metabolism. It may also help to improve high cholesterol.
Hydroxycitric acid (HCA), has historically been used for cooking, but it’s also been used for weight loss and to lower cholesterol. HCA is found in a variety of tropical plants including tamarind fruit. Advocates say that HCA works by making you feel full, reducing your appetite, and affecting metabolism. It may also help to improve high cholesterol.