Evidence supporting the use of: Cha de bugre
For the health condition: Weight Loss

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Cha de bugre (Cordia salicifolia or Cordia ecalyculata) is a tree native to Brazil and parts of South America. Traditionally, its leaves, fruit, and sometimes bark have been used in Brazilian folk medicine, especially as a tea or tincture, for various purposes, including appetite suppression and weight loss. The popularity of Cha de bugre as a weight loss aid is largely based on anecdotal and traditional uses, where it is believed to act as a mild stimulant and diuretic, potentially reducing the sensation of hunger and promoting fat loss.

However, scientific studies examining the efficacy and safety of Cha de bugre for weight loss are extremely limited. There are few published clinical trials or rigorous animal studies to substantiate its purported effects on appetite, metabolism, or fat reduction. Most claims about its effectiveness are derived from traditional use and testimonials rather than robust scientific evidence. Some phytochemical analyses suggest the plant contains caffeine and other compounds that could have mild stimulant effects, but the impact on meaningful, sustained weight loss is not established.

In summary, Cha de bugre’s use for weight loss is supported mainly by tradition and local custom rather than scientific validation. Evidence supporting its effectiveness is weak (rated 1), and more research would be needed before it could be recommended based on scientific grounds.

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