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soluble fiber

Lower CholesterolReduce Heart Disease with Glucomannan

Have you heard of glucomannan? Glucomannan is a type of soluble fiber. Research has shown that for every 1-2 grams of daily soluble fiber intake, LDL (bad) cholesterol is lowered 1%.

What is glucomannan?

Glucomannan is a soluble fiber derived from the root of the konjac plant. It’s sold as a supplement and used as a thickener in some foods.

All the best,
Lisa Nelson, RD