AI overview
AI generated. Not medical advice.What it's for
Digestive wellness, Lipid-related dietary support
Who it may fit
Adults mindful of dietary fat intake or those seeking a simple fibre-like option for meal planning.
Key actives per serving
- Chitosan oligosaccharide: part of Proprietary Blend 1.8 g
- Chitosan: part of Proprietary Blend 1.8 g
How to take
Take 1 to 3 capsules daily on an empty stomach; consider spacing away from meals high in fat and from fat-soluble vitamins to avoid reduced absorption.
Diet / Allergen fit
Contains: Shellfish (shrimp, crab, lobster).
Ingredients explained
Chitosan oligosaccharide
Positively charged fibres may bind dietary fats and bile acids in the gut, which can reduce their absorption and support elimination.
Caution: May reduce absorption of fat-soluble nutrients; separate from meals containing fat-soluble vitamins by several hours.
Chitosan
As a cationic fibre, it can bind lipids and bile acids in the digestive tract, which may decrease their uptake.
Caution: Avoid if you have a shellfish allergy; derived from crustacean shells and may trigger reactions.
How they work together
Chitosan oligosaccharide offers smaller-chain molecules for quicker dispersion, while standard chitosan provides bulk binding capacity in the gut; together they may broaden lipid-binding across different molecular sizes.
Safety and tips
Label Warning: Avoid use if you are allergic to shellfish, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Long-term use may reduce absorption of fat-soluble nutrients.
Who should be cautious: People with shellfish allergies should be cautious due to shellfish-derived ingredients. Those with nutrient absorption concerns may wish to discuss long-term use with a healthcare professional.
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place and tightly capped.
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This product is guaranteed authentic and backed by our easy returns and refunds policy. Details
Overview
- Innovative Nutrition
- Chitosan Oligosaccharide
- Dietary Supplement
MicroChitosan contains chitosan oligosaccharide, which has a much smaller molecular size than chitosan.
Specifications
- First available: 06/2009
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Delivery weight:
0.08 kg
- Product Code: ARG-55990
- UPC: 713947559905
- Package quantity: 60 Count
- Dimensions: 10 x 5.6 x 5.5 cm , 0.08 kg
Suggested use
As a dietary supplement, 1 to 3 capsules on an empty stomach, or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Other ingredients
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, ascorbic acid, microcrystalline cellulose, l-leucine.
Contains: Shellfish.
Warnings
Avoid this product if you are allergic to shellfish, pregnant, or breastfeeding. Long-term use may reduce absorption of fat-soluble nutrients.
Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.
Disclaimer
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| Supplement facts | ||
| Serving Size: 3 Capsules | ||
| Servings Per Container: 20 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value | |
| Proprietary Blend (Chitosan Oligosaccharide and Chitosan) (shrimp, crab, lobster) | 1.8 g | † |
| †Daily Value not established. | ||