Effect of Cynara scolymus (artichoke) in Homeopathic Doses on Body Mass Index in Obese and Overweight Patients

In Mexico obesity has become a public health problem, several plants have been used for weight loss, including the Artichoke (Cynarascolymus), with that the Aim of this research was focused on evaluating the effect of Cynarascolymus in homeopathic doses on body mass index in obese and overweight pat...

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Published in:Biomedical & pharmacology journal 2014-12, Vol.7 (2), p.525-533
Main Authors: Misael, Pena Cisneros Erik, Guadalupe, Torres Mendoza Blanca Miriam de, Paola, Del Castillo Salazar Gomez Maria, Carlos, Ruvalcaba Ledezma Jesus
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Body mass index
Body weight
Body weight loss
Cholesterol
Clinical trials
Data processing
Flavonoids
Health care
Hippocrates (460?-377? BC)
Homeopathic medicine
Medieval period
Obesity
Overweight
Patients
Public health
Statistical sampling
Triglycerides
Weight control
Womens health
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Summary:In Mexico obesity has become a public health problem, several plants have been used for weight loss, including the Artichoke (Cynarascolymus), with that the Aim of this research was focused on evaluating the effect of Cynarascolymus in homeopathic doses on body mass index in obese and overweight patients at a private clinic in the metropolitan area of Guadalajara Jalisco. Material and methods. We conducted an aleatory controlled clinical trial in 34 adults aged 20 to 52 years old, overweight and with obesity (BMI> 27 kg/m2), by random sampling. They were invited to participate and they signed a written informed consent form. They took blood samples and evaluated, cholesterol, triglycerides and glucose. Cynarascolymus was administered in homeopathic doses and the body mass index (BMI) was measured for 6 appointments once every 15 days. The data was analyzed using SPSS 17. Frequencies were compared by chi square and continuous quantitative data was performed on ANOVA and T tests. Results 80% of people suffer from gastrointestinal symptoms and had a family history in obesity. BMI had no significance in the analysis of independent samples t test. Significant difference was detected between the first and third visit, ANOVA with significant F critical for weight change. Conclusions: homeopathic doses of Cynarascolymus no impact on the body mass index compared to placebo, but significant weight change.
ISSN:0974-6242
2456-2610
DOI:10.13005/bpj/520