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Scientific Opinion

The scientific opinion related to the consumption of konjac glucomannan, published in the 2010 European Food Safety Authority Journal, the Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies showed glucomannan assisted with the reduction of body weight and maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations.

Konjac supplement alleviated hypercholesterolemia and hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetic subjects--a randomized double-blind trial.

Konjac supplement alleviated hypercholesterolemia and hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetic subjects--a randomized double-blind trial.

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Glucomannan minimizes the postprandial insulin surge: a potential adjuvant for hepatothermic therapy.

"Glucomannan (GM) is differentiated from other soluble fibers by the extraordinarily high viscosity of GM solutions. Administration of 4-5g of GM with meals, blended into fluid or mixed with food, can slow carbohydrate absorption and dampen the postprandial insulin response by up to 50%. "

Dietary fiber and type 2 diabetes.

"Water-soluble fiber appears to have a greater potential to reduce postprandial blood glucose, insulin, and serum lipid levels than insoluble fiber. Viscosity of the dietary fiber is important; the greater the viscosity, the greater the effect. "

Konjac-mannan (glucomannan) improves glycemia and other associated risk factors for coronary heart disease in type 2 diabetes. A randomized controlled metabolic trial.

A study published in the 1999 American Diabetes Association Diabetes Care Journal, showed that high glucomannan diet improved glycemic control, blood lipid profile and sBP.

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