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Obesity and medicinal plants.

C O Moro1, G Basile

  • 1Department of Pharmaceutical and Toxicological Chemistry, Study University of Naples Federico II, via D. Montesano 49, 80131, Naples, Italy.

Fitoterapia
|August 10, 2000
PubMed
Summary

This review examines medicinal plants like Fucus vesiculosus and Citrus aurantium for obesity treatment. Evidence is assessed for their effectiveness in managing weight and related metabolic conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacognosy
  • Nutritional Science
  • Herbal Medicine

Background:

  • Obesity is a complex metabolic disorder with significant public health implications.
  • Medicinal plants are increasingly explored for natural, complementary approaches to weight management.
  • Fucus vesiculosus and Citrus aurantium are commonly cited botanicals for obesity treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the scientific literature on the efficacy of Fucus vesiculosus and Citrus aurantium in obesity treatment.
  • To evaluate the proposed mechanisms of action for these medicinal plants.
  • To provide an evidence-based overview for clinicians and researchers.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature search of databases (e.g., PubMed, Scopus).
  • Inclusion of studies investigating Fucus vesiculosus and Citrus aurantium for weight loss or obesity-related parameters.
  • Critical appraisal of study designs, methodologies, and reported outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Fucus vesiculosus contains alginates and iodine, potentially influencing satiety and thyroid function.
  • Citrus aurantium contains synephrine, which may affect metabolism and appetite, though evidence is mixed.
  • Clinical data supporting significant and consistent weight loss from these botanicals is limited and often inconclusive.

Conclusions:

  • While traditional use suggests benefits, robust clinical evidence for Fucus vesiculosus and Citrus aurantium in obesity treatment remains insufficient.
  • Further high-quality, randomized controlled trials are needed to validate their efficacy and safety.
  • Potential synergistic effects and specific patient populations warrant further investigation.

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