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In 2002, CSIR officially recognized the San tribespeople’s rights over hoodia, allowing them to take a percentage of the profits and any spin-offs resulting from the marketing of hoodia. [8] H. gordonii is protected under Appendix II of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) meaning international trade (including ...
Hoodia gordonii is traditionally used by the San people (Bushmen) of the Namib desert as an appetite suppressant as part of their indigenous knowledge about survival in the harsh desert conditions. In 2006, the plant became internationally known, after a marketing campaign falsely claimed that its use as a dietary supplement was an appetite ...
Hoodia gordonii, a succulent plant, originates from the Kalahari Desert of South Africa. For generations it has been known to the traditionally living San people as an appetite suppressant. In 1996 South Africa's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research began working with companies, including Unilever, to develop dietary supplements based ...
Hoodia gordonii, used by the San, was patented by the South African Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in 1998, for its presumed appetite suppressing quality, although, according to a 2006 review, no published scientific evidence supported hoodia as an appetite suppressant in humans. [73]
Hoodia bainii Dyer, accepted as Hoodia gordonii (Masson) Sweet ex Decne. present; Hoodia barklyi Dyer, accepted as Hoodia gordonii (Masson) Sweet ex Decne. present; Hoodia burkei N.E.Br. accepted as Hoodia gordonii (Masson) Sweet ex Decne. present; Hoodia currorii (Hook.) Decne. indigenous Hoodia currorii (Hook.)
It has been used over history for a variety of conditions, including sleeplessness and anxiety. [103] Medicago sativa: Alfalfa: The leaves are purported to lower cholesterol, and treat kidney and urinary tract ailments, although there is insufficient scientific evidence for its efficacy. [104] Melaleuca alternifolia: Tea tree oil
Here's the history and meaning behind Women's history month colors: purple, green, white and gold. Experts explain the fascinating origins.
Greenwashing is a term coined by environmentalist Jay Westervelt in 1986, meaning the false claims by companies that give the impression of sustainability and environmentalism. [25] Without clarifying the metrics and quantifiable goal of the company's environmental agenda, many big companies attempt to paint the picture of ethical and eco ...