I didn't know much about Hoodia till I started doing some research. It turns out that it has been used by indigenous South Africans to treat indigestion and infections.

On this side of the pond, what's getting us excited about Hoodia is the possibility of using it to suppress our appetite. No urge to eat equals easy dieting and watching the pounds drop off. Now, I could stand to lose a few pounds. I wonder whether it's worth a try?