Description
Say no to your toughest food temptations. Swanson Glucomannan+ is a high potency fiber that creates a feeling of fullness, while chromium and gymnema help manage your cravings for sugar and carbohydrates. That feeling of fullness—called “satiety”—can help manage appetite and potentially reduce food intake at later meals, a key part of weight management.
Swanson Glucomannan+ features clinically studied Chromax® chromium picolinate and Liposan Ultra® chitosan. Highly bioavailable chromium picolinate is popular for managing food cravings1, while chitosan binds to and helps eliminate certain fats in the digestive system.2,3 This comprehensive formula also includes Gymnema sylvestre, a traditional favorite for helping maintain healthy blood glucose4 and energy-boosting L-carnitine to encourage an active lifestyle.
Fiber such as glucomannan is an excellent companion to a GLP-1 weight management journey! Not only does it support satiety to help you manage your food intake, it also acts as a prebiotic, contributing to a diverse microbiome. This boosts gut health and activity, and helps maintain blood sugar and blood lipid levels already within the normal range.
Adding Fiber to Your Routine? Prime Your Gut for Success
You’re doing right by your body and trying to intake more fiber. Unfortunately too much fiber too soon—or in a microbiome that isn’t ready for it—can lead to digestive discomfort. We want to set you up for success, so here are some tips for adding fiber and sticking with it.
First, add fermented foods (think yogurt, sauerkraut or kimchi) to the menu for a couple of weeks. This essentially primes your gut with more abundance and variety of good bacteria species that can then help you break down additional fiber.5
Next, start with a smaller dose of fiber and work your way up. For example, if a serving is two gummies, start with just one; if it’s one capsule three times a day, start with one capsule once a day. Gradually increase until you’re at the full recommended serving.
Last, as always, drink plenty of water throughout the day to support hydration and gut motility.
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