One of the major reasons a dieter can give for not wanting to take a weight loss pill is the potential side effects that could be associated. There are hundreds if not thousands of weight loss pill brands available to a consumer from either the prescription route, high street or from the internet. The potential that a side effect may exist is very real and should not be underestimated.

Hoodia Gordonii is considered one of the weight loss pills least likely to cause a side effect due its natural and herbal composition but closer inspection can reveal that is not always true, especially when the Hoodia industry is put under the microscope.

Pure and authentic Hoodia Gordonii in its natural form does not produce or cause any serious or unwanted side effects. Some of the side effects that have been documented are far from serious but nevertheless still remain a reality.

The most commonly experienced side effect of genuine or pure state Hoodia Gordonii (other than appetite suppression) is an aphrodisiac effect - Hoodia can increase mood very slightly according to data compiled over the last decade.

The term side effect has become a negative one but in truth a side effect is better described as another effect other than the intentional desired one.

It should be pointed out and underlined that although the side effect caused by Hoodia is a positive one it should not be a reason to start introducing Hoodia into your system. Hoodia should not be used to increase arousal or mood.

All the above is only true of Hoodia weight loss pills that contain just the one ingredient - raw undiluted Hoodia P57 powder. Some other brands that include Hoodia within their formula can possibly produce a wide and varying range of side effects

It should be noted that although Hoodia may be present in these products it is not the Hoodia component that is the cause.

In summary, pure form Hoodia powder does not cause any negative reaction. Hoodia that is combined with other ingredients to produce a hybrid weight loss pill may well do. It is up to you to do your research.

When considering purchasing a Hoodia product the most important thing to check that the Hoodia included is CITES certified. Hoodia is now considered an endangered species and so requires certification to grow and distribute. Without certification it is highly likely that the Hoodia included in the formula is either man made or less than genuine.