Retching is the movement of the stomach and esophagus without vomiting and is also called dry heaves. Although treatments for nausea and vomiting have improved, nausea and vomiting are still serious side effects of cancer therapy because they cause the patient distress and may cause other health problems.
Hoodia is an extract from a certain species of cactus and does not naturally contain caffeine. However, some Hoodia products have caffeine and certain other stimulants added to them by their manufacturers. Always research Hoodia products carefully before making a purchase.
But much of the hubbub stems from some misguidance when it comes to caffeine and it's deleterious effects. Here, we set the record straight on some common caffeine myths. Myth 1: Caffeine is dehydrating. Yes, caffeine has a mild diuretic effect, but you're also typically consuming caffeine in the form of coffee or tea. The water in those caffeinated beverages more than makes up for the dehydrating effects of the caffeine itself.