Glucomannan is a water-soluble plant fiber derived from the Konjac root, which is a medicinal plant scientifically called Amorphophallus konjac, widely consumed in Japan and China.
This fiber is a natural appetite suppressant because along with water it forms a gel in the digestive system, which increases the time of digestion of foods, and helps to lower cholesterol and triglycerides, being excellent for fighting hunger and emptying the intestine, decreasing abdominal swelling.
The price of Glucomannan in capsules ranges from 50 to 75 reais, depending on the dosage and amount of capsules per pack.
What is it for
Glucomannan serves to help you lose weight because it has fibers that benefit:
- Promote the sensation of satiety;
- Absorb fats, having a very positive effect on cholesterol reduction;
- Regulate intestinal transit, fighting constipation;
- Decrease the arrival of sugar in the blood, helping to reduce hunger and control diabetes.
You can buy glucomannan in natural products, powdered or capsule stores.
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How to take
To use glucomannan it is important to read the indications on the label, the amount to be taken is variable according to the amount of fiber that the product presents.
It is usually indicated to take from 500 mg to 2g per day in two separate doses along with 2 cups of home water taken because water is critical to the action of the fibers. The best time to take this fiber is 20-30 minutes before lunch and dinner.
Taking food supplements must be accompanied by a health professional such as the doctor or nutritionist, and the maximum dose is 4g per day, which can cause large increases in stool production and diarrhea.
Side effects
When not drinking enough water the fecal cake can become very dry and hard, causing severe constipation, and even intestinal obstruction, a very serious situation, which review immediate medical intervention, but to avoid this complication should be taken every capsule with 2 large glasses of water.
Glucomannan capsules should not be taken at the same time as any other medicine because they may impair their absorption. They should also not be taken by children, during pregnancy, lactation, and in case of obstruction of the esophagus.
