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Is Forskolin Safe To Take For Weight Loss?
I am reading rave testimonials for the drug forskolin to assist women in losing weight, particularly thru the belly. Is this drug safe for an 80 year old overweight woman with arthritis, over active bladder and under active thyroid. YYYY@YYYY .
Thu, 5 Dec 2019
Hello,
Based on the current evidence, it is clear that forskolin does not cause weight loss.
However, one study in men indicates that it may raise testosterone levels and improve body composition, as in making you lose fat while increasing muscle mass.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
Based on the current evidence, it is clear that forskolin does not cause weight loss.
However, one study in men indicates that it may raise testosterone levels and improve body composition, as in making you lose fat while increasing muscle mass.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
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