Glucomannan: Best Weight Loss Fiber? Pros & Cons.

Glucomannan: Best Weight Loss Fiber? Pros & Cons.

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2024-12-11T09:15:53+0800

Glucomannan, also called konjac root extract and amorphophallus konjac, is a soluble fiber derived from the root of the konjac plant. When exposed to liquids, glucomannan can expand to about 50 times its normal size, stretching the stomach. Can glucomannan curb appetite and hunger and help people shed excess body weight. This video reviews the proof and side effects of glucomannan supplements, the dosages used and how to save money if you decide to try it. Video Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Glucomannan Weight Loss Studies 05:12 Glucomannan Side Effects Precautions & My Thoughts References https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26492494/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1313163/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/6096282/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24490058/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20359270/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18842808/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3892933/ Key Points Several clinical trials indicate that glucomannan soluble fiber can promote moderate weight loss in overweight men and women. Several studies show an effective dose of between 3 and 4 grams daily spread out over 2 to 3 meals. Start with less than is recommended for the first week to reduce side effects. Not all studies show that glucomannan Konjac fiber works. Glucomannan side effects are generally mild and include flatulence, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation. Glucomannan pills vs. powders. Powders may be safer. There are at least two reports of people choking after taking glucomannan pills. The pills expanded in the throat. This may be because the people did not swallow the pills with enough water. Talk to your doctor before using glucomannan if you have digestion problems like Crohn's disease or have undergone weight loss bariatric surgery. Image source used in thumbnail Wikimedia Commons Inflorescence of Amorphophallus konjac cut open, de: Blütenstand von Amorphophallus konjac Date:10 April 2008 Author: Paethon https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Amorphophallus_konjac_cut.jpg 🔴 🔴Things I like & use: Aged garlic extract https://amzn.to/2LP3tlr Best Blender on Earth https://amzn.to/2ypgzxa Best Juicer on Earth https://amzn.to/2LR1BIW 🔴🔴 🔴Things used to make this video: 1 Lot’s of work 2 This video editing software: https://amzn.to/2V7sr28 3 This Microphone: https://amzn.to/2RslCFH 4 This computer: https://amzn.to/3ZkViyR 🔴🔴🔴 My websites: https://joe-cannon.com/ https://supplementclarity.com/ My books: https://amzn.to/2L3tOLc 🔶 ➡️ I’m NOT a doctor, pharmacist, or dietitian. I hold an MS degree in exercise science and a BS degree in chemistry and biology. Videos are for general information only. No medical advice is given or implied. Do not use these videos to diagnose or treat yourself. Videos do not take the place of a medical exam and consultation with a physician. You should not make changes to your health regimen or diet before first speaking with your physician. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider when you have questions about your medical condition. I participate in the Amazon Associates Program. #Glucomaannan #konjac #weightlossdiet