Research in terms pharmaceutical botanyofsomedrogsoffered for sale slimming purposesin herbalists

In this study, drugs of herbs that are generally sold in herbalist for slimming and dieting purposes and that people prefer and buy are given based on the literature. The botanical features, active ingredients, anatomical features, effects on the human body and the scientific studies and experiments in these plants mentioned in the study were examined. Among the drugs sold in herbalists and herbal markets, the most preferred drugs by people were studied and discussed. Five plant samples were examined in the study. These plants are Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum), Green tea (Camellia sinensis), Mate tea (Ilex paraguariensis), Oat (Avena sativa) and Coffee (Coffea arabica). These five plant samples were examined in the literature and their diagnosis and definitions were made. Anatomical and morphological structures were described using microscope and organoleptic methods. The general effects of the described plants on the human body have been investigated. From the data obtained as a result of the examination and research, it was concluded that some of these herbs have fat burning properties, some of them effect the metabolic rate and some of them help to maintain the satiety level by balancing the body sugar level. Keywords: Herbalist, Herbal Drugs, Slimming.