Description
- Bioclinic Naturals PGX Daily Granules are an unsweetened highly viscous combination of well purified water-soluble polysaccharides derived from konjac root, sodium alginate, and xantham gum. Viscous fibers have been shown to reduce postprandial glucose concentrations and lower total and LDL-cholesterol, primarily by forming a gel matrix which slows gastric emptying.
- These viscous granules also trap ingested carbohydrates and lipids inside the gel matrix, decreasing the transport as well as the uptake of glucose and cholesterol at absorptive surfaces. Clinical trials have shown that in addition to the benefits of glucose and lipid reduction, highly viscous fibers were found to lower insulin secretion and C-peptide in response to carbohydrate meals, and also improve glucose tolerance.
- Viscous fibers effectively reduce the glycemic index of foods consumed simultaneously, by preventing the postprandial spikes in blood glucose concentration. Fiber viscosity has also been associated with increased satiety and reduced appetite; in a randomized trial, PGX reduced hunger and prospective consumption when combined with a low calorie diet, and in an earlier trial enhanced weight loss and reduced percent body fat when used in concert with lifestyle changes. PGX Daily Granules allow for easy dosing, with 5 g of PGX per scoop, and are unflavored to allow mixing with a variety of beverages and foods.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Scoop (5 g)
Amount Per Serving ... %Daily Value
Calories ... 20
Total Carbohydrate ... 4g ... 1% ... ‡
Dietary Fiber ... 4g ... 24% ... ‡
Soluble Fiber ... 4g ... **
Sodium ... 135 mg ... 6%
Potassium ... 40 mg ... <2%
Protein ... 1g
PGX® (PolyGlycopleX®) ... 5g ... **
Highly purified water soluble polysaccharide complex manufactured using the proprietary EnviroSimplex® process:
Konjac-mannan (Amorphophallus konjac) (root), xanthan gum, sodium alginate).
‡Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
**Daily value not established.
Suggested Usage:
PGX Daily® can be taken with or without food with a glass of water (8–16 oz. or 1–2 cups) or as directed by a health care professional.
Week 1:
½ scoop, 2–3 times per day.
Week 2:
1 scoop, 2–3 times per day.
Week 3 and beyond:
1 scoop, 3 times per day
Allergens:
Contains no artificial colors, preservatives, or sweeteners; no dairy, starch, sugar, wheat, gluten, yeast, soy, corn, egg, fish, shellfish, animal products, tree nuts, or GMOs. Suitable for vegetarians/vegans.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to treat, mitigate, diagnose or cure any disease.