PolyGlycopleX (PGX)

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" PGX (short for PolyGlycopleX) is a unique blend of selected, highly

viscous soluble fibers. Fiber supplements have been shown to enhance

blood sugar control, decrease insulin levels, and reduce the number

of calories absorbed by the body. When taken with water before meals,

PGX binds to the water in the stomach and small intestine to form a

gelatinous, viscous mass which not only slows down the absorption of

glucose, but also induces a sense of satiety (fullness) and reduces

the absorption of calories.

While other soluble fiber complexes have been shown to produce

similar effects, unfortunately, to the greatest benefit, the dosage

required (e.g., 20 grams or more) is often difficult to achieve. In

contrast, because of the synergistic effect of the unique blend of

soluble fibers in PGX it is able to produce results at a dosage as

low as 3 grams per day.

One of the main components of PGX is glucomannan, a soluble fiber

obtained from grinding the root of konjac, a plant that has been used

as a food and remedy for thousands of years in Asia. Glucomannan is 3-

times more viscous than guar gum and approximately 7-times more

viscous than psyllium. By combining the glucomannan with other

soluble fibers, the viscosity of PGX is amplified further and has a

viscosity 3-5 times higher than glucomannan alone.

Clinical studies with earlier versions of PGX have displayed an

ability to lower after meal blood glucose by approximately 20% and

also lowers insulin secretion by approximately 40% producing a whole

body insulin sensitivity index improvement of nearly 50% -- a

phenomenal accomplishment that is unequalled by any drug or natural

health product. " (PMID: 10857960, PMID: 10372241).

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