glucomannan (glōōˑ·ko·man·n
n),
n),n Latin name:
Amorphophallus konjac; part used: tubers; uses: laxative; uses under research: weight loss, antidiabetic, cardiovascular disease; precautions: pregnancy, lactation, children; can cause hypoglycemia, nausea, diarrhea, gas, abdominal cramps, dyspepsia, and stomach blockage. Also called
konjac and
konjac mannan.
Amorphophallus konjac; part used: tubers; uses: laxative; uses under research: weight loss, antidiabetic, cardiovascular disease; precautions: pregnancy, lactation, children; can cause hypoglycemia, nausea, diarrhea, gas, abdominal cramps, dyspepsia, and stomach blockage. Also called
konjac and
konjac mannan.
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