If you've ever noticed your pants feeling a little bit tighter, or your shirt becoming more snug around your stomach, chances are you're gaining weight. There are many different causes of gaining weight. Some of these are overwork, stress, tension and unhealthy eating habits. Eating too much, consuming the improper types of food and even, frequent eating in places where there are lots of foods served, add to this. While being overweight refers to an increase in overall body weight, including essential body tissues, obesity refers only to excessive fat tissues. However, obesity can be treated effectively at home, resorting to some natural ways. Given below are some effective home remedies for curing the problem of obesity.

1. Glucomannan. Made from the root of Amorphophallus Konjac, glucomannan is said to contribute to weight loss by delaying the absorption of glucose from the intestines. Small limited studies have shown glucomannan to be effective in decreasing body weight. This effect is believed to be due to a "feeling of fullness" which may be due to the swelling of the glucomannan in the gut once it has been exposed to liquids. However, esophageal obstruction has been reported in several people taking glucomannan. Glucomannan and glucomannan-containing products have been banned in several countries due to the high incidence of gastrointestinal obstruction. Glucomannan should not be used by people with a previous history of gastrointestinal obstruction, and caution should be used in diabetics.

2. The easiest and effective remedy to fight obesity would be to have 10 grams of honey, along with a glass of warm water. Consume this in the morning, on an empty stomach. If found effective, the dose can be increased with time.

3. Cayenne pepper. This is a natural herb commonly used in cooking spicy dishes. A principle of the heat present in the plant matter is the key factor why it is known as an effective aid for weight loss.

4. Evening Primrose Oil can help stimulate our metabolism and cause our body to burn more calories. Therefore, a simple remedy to promote weight loss is to take a capsule of Evening Primrose Oil once per day followed by a daily 20-minute cardiovascular exercise routine.

5. Aloe Vera is a natural herbal remedy for weight loss. It works by producing a cathartic response or producing bowel movements. It is an intestinal cleanser and an aid for increasing metabolism rate, which results to lose excessive weight. This is one of the best natural weight loss.

6. Research has found that the combination of Green Tea and Caffeine can help to boost our metabolism as well as help to suppress our appetites. Therefore, an effective remedy for weight loss is to take a Green Tea supplement which contains 50mg of Caffeine and 90mg of EGCG (the active ingredient in Green Tea) three times per day (once before each meal). Combine this with a 30-minute exercise routine three times per week (10 minutes of light weights followed by 20 minutes of cardio). There is some evidence that suggests individuals can lose up to 2.5 pounds per week using this combination of exercise and supplements.

7. Hoodia Gordonii. This is a medicinal herb that can be found in the deserts of South Africa. This herb works mainly on the brain to restrain the appetite. This herb also aids in lowering the level of blood glucose, which caused to lower the insulin that is responsible for circulating the blood. As a result, fat storages are reduced.