What Is Konjac Extract Powder?
Konjac extract powder, also known as glucomannan, is extracted from the root of the konjac plant. Predominantly grown in India, China, Japan and Korea, glucomannan can be found in most U.S. supplement stores in capsule or powder form. A 60-capsule bottle costs $10 to $14 dollars, depending on the brand. Drugs.com reports some positive indications from “clinical studies of glucomannan in diabetes, cholesterol control and obesity.” The supplement has caused a buzz in the natural product community.
