Definitions for "Hydroxycitric acid"
or HCA a naturally-occurring ingredient of Garcinia fruit ( Garcinia cambogia) believed to be responsible for the majority of the herbs benefits including appetite suppression and energy enhancement as a by-product of its ability to block the liver's conversion of excess carbohydrates into fat
A derivative of citric acid, is found primarily in a small, sweet, purple fruit called the Malabar tamarind or, as it is most commonly called, garcinia cambogia. This is the same plant that the spice tamarand comes from. HCA has been used as a dietary supplement for many years.
Naturally-occurring nutrient with the ability to inhibit the synthesis of carbohydrates into fat; also works as an appetite suppressant. Found in Relìv products under the brand name CitriMax®.