What is Garcinia Cambogia? Is it possible to use Garcinia cambogia (Garcinia gummi-gutta) to treat anal fissure? Garcinia cambogia is a small, pumpkin-shaped green or light yellow tropical fruit. It is also known as Garcinia gummi-gutta, kudam puli, brindleberry and Malabar tamarind. It is a native fruit in Indonesia. But it also grows in moist forests of Africa, Southeast Asia and India. It can reach the size of a grapefruit. Its color may vary from yellow, red or green. The dried and preserved (for extraction and storage) rinds of Garcinia cambogia turns dark brown to black.
Garcinia gummi-gutta is usually used in curries and as a souring ingredient in a variety of dishes in Thailand, India, Burma, Malaysia and other Southeast Asian countries. Indians believe that the sour flavor of Garcinia cambogia stimulates digestion. Alternatively, Sri Lankans use Garcinia cambogia for curing fish.
Recently, Garcinia cambogia has been well-known as a natural medicine for weight loss. The hydroxycitric acid (HCA) which is present in Garcinia cambogia can help lower blood cholesterol levels. Despite its popularity, there is limited clinical evidence that Garcinia cambogia is effective in weight loss.
Some clinical study in 2003 found that a treatment of HCA in combination with other drugs has helped in decreasing the size of a cancerous tumor. Other studies have also shown that Garcinia cambogia can help in weight loss by suppressing the appetite.
Garcinia cambogia is available in tablet, powder, capsule, bars and extract forms. The recommended daily dose of Garcinia cambogia is up to 500 mg to be taken up to thrice a day. It is best to be taken half an hour before meals.
It is not recommended for nursing and pregnant women, as well as people who are suffering from dementia and diabetes.
Diagnosing Anal Fissure
Anal fissure can be diagnosed through a digital rectal examination i.e. the doctor inserting a gloved finger into the anus, or by separating the buttocks to look at the anal fissure. It can also be confirmed through an anoscopy. It is by using a lighted and tiny scope to see the anal canal.
Anoscopy and rectal examination is usually done after the fissures have healed. But in urgent cases, medication can be used to numb the pain in the area. Through examination, the location of anal fissure can help determine if it is caused by a more serious condition.
How to Treat Anal Fissure Using Garcinia Cambogia?
Garcinia cambogia has an ability to fight constipation and edema. It also works well in suppressing appetite, regulating menses and killing intestinal worms. It is also known as a treatment for dysentery and diarrhea. It can also help in treating arthritis and rheumatism. Therefore, it is possible to use Garcinia cambogia (Garcinia gummi-gutta) to treat anal fissure.
Garcinia cambogia is also known as a remedy for duodenal and gastric ulcers. It has a component called garcinol which helps in coating the gastric mucosa and lowering the acid levels in the stomach. Taking Garcinia cambogia capsules can also help in preventing anal fissures by relieving constipation and easing bowel movements.
High doses of Garcinia cambogia can cause troubled breathing, dizziness, cramps, diarrhea, headache and stomach ache.
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