glucomannan

Konjac Glucomannan Powder

Latin Name

Amorphaphallus konjac C

Active Ingredient

Glucomannan 75--95%

Type

Herbal extract

Variety

Konjac extract

Appearance

White fine powder

Odor & Taste

Characteristic

Part Used

Root

Extraction Type

Solvent extraction

Packaging

Drum, aluminum foil bag, plastic bag

Grade

Food grade

Place of Origin

Shaanxi, China

Test Method

HPLC

Sieve Analysis

through 80 mesh

What is Glucomannan?

Glucomannan is a water-soluble polysaccharide that is considered a dietary fiber. It is a hemicellulose component in the cell walls of some plant species. Glucomannan is a food additive used as an emulsifier and thickener. Products containing glucomannan, marketed under a variety of brand names, are also sold as nutritional supplements for constipation, obesity, high cholesterol, acne vulgaris and type 2 diabetes. Although there is some clinical support for potential health benefits, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved any product containing glucomannan for the treatment of these medical conditions. Health Canada has authorized some products containing glucomannan for the purposes of appetite reduction, weight management, treatment of constipation and management of high cholesterol levels.

Glucomannan is also the main ingredient in shirataki noodles and konnyaku which are traditional Japanese foods. These products are made from the ground corm of the konjac plant. These natural products have been eaten in Japan for centuries.

Because of the fiber content and health benefits, they are known as the "broom of the intestine" in Japan. They are now being marketed for weight control and other health benefits in the United States and worldwide due to the low calorie count.

Functions:

1. Reduces postprandial (after-meal) glycemia (slow release carbohydrate)

2. Improves diabetic control (ADA: Fiber supplement required for long-term diabetic control)

3. Lowers blood cholesterol

4. Lowers blood pressure (rarely seen with fiber)

5. Controls appetite and reduces body weight (4-fold multi-impact effect)

6. Increases insulin sensitivity (treatment and prevention of syndrome CX

7. Improves syndrome-X (unique effects- presently no treatment available)

8. Control the insulin resistant syndrome and the development of diabetes II

9. Reducing heart disease.

Package:

Cardboard drum, with double plastic bags inside and one aluminum foil bag outside, 25 kg/drum, or according to customers' requirement.

Storage:

Store in a cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

Shelf Life:

Two years under well storage situation and stored away from direct sun light.