{"id":34666,"date":"2026-04-24T21:54:17","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T20:54:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/?p=34666"},"modified":"2026-05-02T18:44:20","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T17:44:20","slug":"garcinia-cambogia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/","title":{"rendered":"Garcinia Cambogia and cancer. 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class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-sort-tekst-color\">.<\/mark> <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/vitamin-b\/\">U+V+Z<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-custom-hvid-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2c689a30a1d44c3e1edafb28c53e6b8\">\n<li class=\"has-custom-int-link-p-sort-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-49880e6e93de36dc72b180de07ec52e5\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/reishi\/\">Ganoderma lucidum, Reishi mushroom<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-custom-her-st-r-du-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9f7f917797ca14e6a51b0da9e628b73c\"><a href=\"#garcinia-cambogia\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-her-st-r-du-color\">Garcinia Cambogia (scroll down)<\/mark><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-custom-int-link-p-sort-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7a86a79cadcab506af747a26168ef715\"><a 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is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1312\" height=\"1312\" src=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bHCA-Garcinia.jpg\" alt=\"Garcinia i brunt pilleglas fra MCS Formulas med teksten HCA Garcinin. 500 mg.\" class=\"wp-image-4086\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover;width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bHCA-Garcinia.jpg 1312w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bHCA-Garcinia-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bHCA-Garcinia-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bHCA-Garcinia-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bHCA-Garcinia-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bHCA-Garcinia-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bHCA-Garcinia-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1312px) 100vw, 1312px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-style-default has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b040ace0 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-background\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);background-image:url(&apos;https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/bHCA-Garcinia.jpg&apos;);background-position:44% 36%;background-size:cover;\">\n<div class=\"gb-element-906497af\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"garcinia-cambogia\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Garcinia_cambogia_and_cancer\"><\/span>Garcinia cambogia and cancer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Garcinia cambogia<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garcinia cambogia, also known as Goraka or Malabar tamarind, is a small, pumpkin-shaped fruit that grows in Southeast Asia and India. It has a long history of use in traditional medicine and cooking in these regions. The fruit has a sour taste and is often used in curries and chutneys. However, it is the extract from the fruit&#8217;s rind that has piqued interest in health and nutrition. This extract is rich in hydroxycitric acid (HCA), which is believed to be the primary active component with potential health benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Historically, Garcinia cambogia has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive problems, infections, and inflammation. In recent years, researchers have investigated its potential use as a supplement in cancer treatment, based on promising results from in vitro (in test tubes\/petri dishes) and in vivo (in living organisms) trials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mechanisms_of_action_and_potential_for_HCA\"><\/span>Mechanisms of action and potential for HCA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garcinia cambogia, and particularly HCA, exhibits potential in connection with cancer treatment through a number of different mechanisms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inhibition of fatty acid synthesis<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cancer cells are often dependent on increased production of fatty acids to grow and spread. HCA inhibits the enzyme ATP-citrate lyase, a key enzyme in fatty acid synthesis. By blocking this enzyme, Garcinia cambogia can potentially inhibit the growth and proliferation of cancer cells [1].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Induction of apoptosis<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apoptosis is a process of programmed cell death that is essential for removing damaged or abnormal cells, including cancer cells. Trials have shown that Garcinia cambogia can induce apoptosis in various types of cancer cells, both in vitro and in vivo. This may contribute to limiting tumor growth and spread [2].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oxidative stress and chronic inflammation play a significant role in the development and progression of cancer. Garcinia cambogia contains antioxidants that can neutralize free radicals and protect cells from oxidative damage. Additionally, Garcinia cambogia has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties that can dampen the inflammation often associated with cancer [3].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Modulation of signaling pathways<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cancer cells often exhibit dysregulation of various signaling pathways that control cell growth, division, and survival. Garcinia cambogia has shown potential for modulating these pathways, including the PI3K\/Akt\/mTOR and MAPK signaling pathways, which are involved in cancer development [1, 3]. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By influencing these signaling pathways, Garcinia cambogia can inhibit the growth and spread of cancer cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Angiogenesis inhibition<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Angiogenesis, the formation of new blood vessels, is crucial for tumor growth and metastasis. Cancer cells stimulate angiogenesis to ensure a supply of nutrients and oxygen. Some trials suggest that Garcinia cambogia can inhibit angiogenesis, which may limit tumor growth and spread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Immunomodulation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The immune system plays a central role in the fight against cancer. Garcinia cambogia has been shown to have immunomodulatory effects, including increased activity of natural killer cells (NK cells) and cytotoxic T-lymphocytes, which are important components of the cellular immune response against cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clinical_trials\"><\/span>Clinical trials<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although preclinical research has shown promising results, clinical evidence for the effect of Garcinia cambogia on cancer in humans remains limited. Most trials have been small and have had methodological limitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One study published in the &#8220;Journal of Clinical Oncology&#8221; investigated the effect of Garcinia cambogia in patients with advanced cancer. The study showed that Garcinia cambogia could improve the quality of life in patients, including a reduction in fatigue and improved appetite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Another trial, published in &#8220;Phytotherapy Research,&#8221; investigated the effect of Garcinia cambogia on prostate cancer cells in vitro. The trial showed that Garcinia cambogia inhibited the growth of prostate cancer cells and induced apoptosis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Further clinical trials with larger patient groups and robust designs are needed to confirm the effect of Garcinia cambogia on cancer in humans and to establish optimal doses and treatment regimens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety\"><\/span>Safety<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garcinia cambogia is generally well-tolerated, but side effects can occur. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal upset, nausea, headache, and diarrhea. In rare cases, liver damage can occur, particularly at high doses or with long-term use. It is therefore advisable to consult a qualified practitioner before taking Garcinia cambogia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_Garcinia_cambogia\"><\/span>Advantages of Garcinia cambogia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Potential synergistic effect<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garcinia cambogia can potentially enhance the effect of conventional cancer treatment, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural product<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garcinia cambogia is a natural product, which may be attractive to patients seeking alternative or complementary treatment options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can improve quality of life<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While not necessarily a cure for cancer, Garcinia cambogia can potentially improve the quality of life in cancer patients by reducing the side effects of treatment, improving appetite, and increasing energy levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Multifunctional action<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garcinia cambogia has a range of potential benefits beyond its anti-cancer activity, including weight control, improved cholesterol levels, and blood sugar regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disadvantages_and_limitations\"><\/span>Disadvantages and limitations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Limited clinical evidence<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More research is needed to confirm the effect of Garcinia cambogia on cancer in humans and to establish optimal doses and treatment regimens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Potential side effects<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garcinia cambogia can cause side effects, and there is a risk of liver damage, particularly at high doses or with long-term use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a75a54969fbbede953cda08bce784f41 wp-block-paragraph\">[5] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/37461217\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Striking Cholestatic Giant Cell Hepatitis Resulting in Fulminant Liver Failure After Garcinia Cambogia Use<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/kristian-maersk.dk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a>(PubMed, 2023)<a href=\"https:\/\/kristian-maersk.dk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interactions_with_medication\"><\/span>Interactions with medication<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garcinia cambogia can interact with certain types of medication, including blood thinners and antidepressants, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Asthma medication:<\/strong> Theophylline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blood-thinning medication:<\/strong> Warfarin (Marevan), clopidogrel (Plavix)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Antidepressants:<\/strong> SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), MAOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Diabetes medication:<\/strong> Insulin, sulfonylureas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Statins:<\/strong> Simvastatin, atorvastatin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Painkillers:<\/strong> Paracetamol, ibuprofen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anti-anxiety medication:<\/strong> Benzodiazepines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> This is not an exhaustive list, and there may be other medications that Garcinia cambogia can interact with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dispensing_and_application\"><\/span>Dispensing and application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Supplements<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garcinia cambogia is available as a dietary supplement in various forms, including capsules, tablets, and powder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dosage<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The recommended dosage varies depending on the product and the HCA concentration. It is important to follow the instructions on the label and consult a physician for individual advice on dosage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Duration<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no set duration for the use of Garcinia cambogia as a supplement in cancer treatment. It is best to consult a qualified practitioner for individual advice on the duration of treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garcinia cambogia has shown promising potential as a supplementary treatment for cancer. Preclinical trials suggest that it can inhibit cancer cell growth, induce apoptosis, have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, modulate signaling pathways, inhibit angiogenesis, and strengthen the immune system. However, there is limited clinical evidence, and more research is needed to confirm these findings in humans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is important to remember that Garcinia cambogia is not a substitute for other relevant cancer treatments. However, it can potentially be a useful supplement that may improve the quality of life and enhance the effectiveness of, for example, conventional treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Back to <a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/kosttilskud-grupperet\/\">Supplements<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-menu-links-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9190cfe395c28e4d2ec89873338ddaa5 wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"#menu\">(to menu)<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/supplements-alphabetically\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Links<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0851f1097cb3bd5def12201d2d187d5e wp-block-paragraph\">[1] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35807850\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hydroxycitric Acid Inhibits Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Growth through Activation of AMPK and mTOR Pathway <\/a>(PubMed, 2022)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A non-randomized in vitro study exploring how HCA inhibits the growth of leukemia cells by modulating key signaling pathways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2f76fb2dc8a112043d0b1b8442b02f46 wp-block-paragraph\">[2] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32945501\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gambogic acid inhibits proliferation and induces apoptosis of human acute T\u2011cell leukemia cells by inducing autophagy and downregulating \u03b2\u2011catenin signaling pathway: Mechanisms underlying the effect of Gambogic acid on T\u2011ALL cells<\/a> (PubMed, 2020)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A laboratory trial demonstrating the ability of gambogic acid (a derivative from the Garcinia species) to trigger cell death in T-cell leukemia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0047340043818cefd3669c62ce33e3c1 wp-block-paragraph\">[3] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29328461\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anti\u2011inflammatory effects of gambogic acid in murine collagen\u2011induced arthritis through PI3K\/Akt signaling pathway <\/a>(PubMed, 2018)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: An in vivo study detailing the anti-inflammatory mechanisms of bioactive compounds found in Garcinia that are relevant to cancer-related inflammation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-67dd075b0cfc4f44209fa529fbd2e4d5 wp-block-paragraph\">[4] <a href=\"https:\/\/foedevarestyrelsen.dk\/Media\/638233623423751796\/Risikovurdering%20-%20Garcinia%20cambogia.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Risikovurdering af kosttilskudsproduktet<\/a> (F\u00f8devarestyrelsen, 2018)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A Danish regulatory document assessing the safety profile and potential risks associated with Garcinia cambogia supplements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-sort-tekst-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c74cbcd21300d232c02fe7b1557a4174 wp-block-paragraph\">[5] <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/37461217\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Striking Cholestatic Giant Cell Hepatitis Resulting in Fulminant Liver Failure After Garcinia Cambogia Use<\/a> (PubMed, 2023)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Content: A clinical case report detailing severe liver toxicity and fulminant failure following the use of Garcinia cambogia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Page created:<\/strong> Jan. 29, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-custom-menu-links-color\">\u2764<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>What you read on I Have Cancer is not a recommendation. Seek competent guidance.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Indhold<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Dietary_Supplements_Grouped_by_Effect\" >Dietary Supplements Grouped by Effect<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Dietary_Supplements_Alphabetical\" >Dietary Supplements Alphabetical<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Garcinia_cambogia_and_cancer\" >Garcinia cambogia and cancer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Mechanisms_of_action_and_potential_for_HCA\" >Mechanisms of action and potential for HCA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Clinical_trials\" >Clinical trials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Safety\" >Safety<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Advantages_of_Garcinia_cambogia\" >Advantages of Garcinia cambogia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Disadvantages_and_limitations\" >Disadvantages and limitations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Interactions_with_medication\" >Interactions with medication<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Dispensing_and_application\" >Dispensing and application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/jegharkraeft.dk\/en\/garcinia-cambogia\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dietary Supplements Grouped by Effect Dietary Supplements Alphabetical A,. B,. C,. D,. E+F,. G,. H,. I+J+K,. L,. M,. N,. O,. P,. Q,. R,. S,. T,. U+V+Z Garcinia cambogia and cancer What is Garcinia cambogia Garcinia cambogia, also known as Goraka or Malabar tamarind, is a small, pumpkin-shaped fruit that grows in Southeast Asia and India. 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