How Does Glucomannan Help Me Lose Weight?

Glucomannan is one of the main ingredients in the Nuratrim Weight Loss Program.  It is water soluble and high in fibre which is extracted from the root of the Asian plant known as Konjac.  The usual use for this fibre is as an emulsifier and thickener, however it is also commonly used in foods and as it contains natural health beneficial extracts and can therefore be marketed as a weight loss aid.

How Does Glucomannan Work?

Glucomannan slows down digestion and delays the absorption of glucose from the intestines. It will also absorb a lot of water so it swells in your stomach, giving you a feeling of fullness and because it is natural it is healthy and safe to use
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It is known to be an extremely effective water-soluble dietary fibre that will help reduce hunger and maintain a full feeling throughout the day, therefore you eat less.  It is also well documented that fibre is great to include in your diet, because it helps with constipation.  It can also lower total levels of cholesterol in the body; Glucomanna is heavily linked to weight loss and cholesterol control.

Glucomannan Characteristics

Glucomannan is a water-soluble fibre which belongs to a group of carbohydrates that resist digestion. It is a combination of glucose, a basic sugar molecule, and mannose, which is another type of sugar. They are combined through a material called glucosidic bonds. Reports show that Glucomannan is said to have the highest molecular weight and strongest viscosity of any known dietary fibre. Viscous fibres form a thick gel when placed in liquid, such as the environment found in your gut. The role of this fibre makes your stomach empty slower and therefore slows down the process of absorbing some nutrients in the small intestine. Its nearest ‘competitor‘, glucomannan, is said to absorb up to 200 times its weight in water as it forms the viscous gel in your belly.

Glucomannan Foods

Glucomannan can be processed to produce foods like noodles, tofu, chips and jelly. It is most commonly used in other food products such as thickeners, emulsifiers, stabilizers and a soluble fibre source.  It is also found in different areas like bakery goods, beverages, breading and batters, candy, soups and gravies, frozen goods, condiments and dairy products. It is also used as a vegetarian substitution for dishes containing shrimp, dried beef and some types of shrimp.

Weight Loss

Because it expands in the stomach, glucomannan might help with your weight loss efforts. It can help people feel full for long periods of time making you eat less.