Konjac Foods for People with
Diabetes
As medical research has demonstrated, the higher the viscosity of soluble
fiber, the better the ability to control blood sugar level. The glucomannan
fiber is the most viscous soluble fiber in nature, making it the best
way to control the blood sugar level of diabetic people. At the same
time, it is a very efficient way to control blood sugar level when you
take it before each meal. Simply consume as a beverage before each meal.
As stated, Konjac fiber is the most viscous fiber in nature. This allows
the Konjac to move through the digestive tract very slowly which can
slow down carbohydrate absorption. This slowed absorption will keep
the blood sugar at a moderate level during the digestion process. Konjac
also acts to trap food and waste residues as it moves through the digestive
system. Konjac fiber can block substances that are easily reabsorbed
such as excess bile acids. The digestive regulatory quality of Konjac
fiber makes it a natural agent in the treatment and regulation of diabetes
and high cholesterol.
Glucomannan is known to show hypoglycemic effects by inhibiting the
uptake of glucose by the body. It is believed that it does this by preventing
contact of the glucose with the intestinal walls for absorption. By
reducing the amount of blood sugar, glucomannan can help patients with
type II diabetes. Konjac fiber when absorbs lots water, it will form
soft gel, the glucomannan will delays gastric emptying and slows the
release of sugar into the bloodstream, which helps to lower levels of
insulin and blood glucose. Additionally, glucomannan improves blood-lipid
profiles and can lower systolic blood pressure. Because of these effects,
glucomannan can greatly benefit individuals with metabolic syndrome
or diabetes.
Konjac Shirataki Noodles
