The Konjac Root: A Natural Way To Improve Your Health

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Join Dr. Van Dyken as she discusses Konjac. In this video, we explore the amazing health benefits of konjac, a root vegetable native to Southeast Asia that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and cuisine. Konjac is rich in glucomannan, a type of soluble fiber that helps with weight loss, blood sugar control, and cholesterol reduction. The high fiber content of konjac also promotes healthy digestion and prebiotic effects that promote beneficial gut bacteria. Additionally, konjac is rich in antioxidants, making it a great ingredient for healthy skin. We discuss the science behind these health benefits and also take a look at how konjac is grown, harvested, and processed into popular products like konjac flour and noodles. Also, how is Konjac Pronounced? "Kon-jack" or "Kon-yac?" TImestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:37 Cultivation and Processing of Konjac 02:53 Health Benefits Summary 04:17 Anti-Obesity and LDL lowering Effects 06:56 Konjac as a laxative and prebiotic 07:46 Konjac as an anti-inflammatory 08:16 WARNING on Konjac 09:16 How to prepare and consume Konjac 11:29 Conclusion Link to Amazon page of my favorite Konjac products: https://www.amazon.com/shop/outofthedoldrums/list/V7J0TXCY5DSL?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d References: 1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36673456/ 2. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18041436/ 3. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17618964/ 4. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18842808/ 5. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18460488/