Vrikshamla - A Potent Ayurvedic Herb For Weight Management
Vrikshamla, also known as kokum in India, Garcinia or kokum butter tree in English and Garcinia Indica in Latin is a potent Ayurvedic herb which is very beneficial in weight management and weight loss.It is commonly used in western coast of India, also known as Konkan region, to flavour curries and also to make a digestive drink known as ´Sol kadi´ or ´kokam kadi´.
Studies have shown that extracts from vrikshamla slows down the conversion of excess calories into body fat.Vrikshamla contains hydroxycitric acid, which inhibits the synthesis of fatty acids.It does so by inhibiting the activities of an enzyme which converts extra and unused calories into body fat.Thus it is an excellent herb to get rid of and prevent the formation of body fat, which leads not only to weight gain and obesity, but is also responsible for various health disorders and chronic ailments.High body fat, especially around the abdomen is linked to increased risk of heart diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes and also liver disease.
Regular consumption of garcinia also boosts our basal metabolism rate also known as BMR, and hence we burn more calories even when we are resting.
Besides combating obesity, garcinia is also rich in antioxidants, possesses excellent digestive properties, is beneficial to our liver and also provides a cooling effect to our body, especially in summers.