Monthly Archives: September 2009

Glucomannan is a water-soluble dietary supplement or fiber that comes from the konjac root. I didn’t know this but glucomannan is considered a bulk-forming laxative. Glucomannan, like other soluble fibers can attach to bile acids in the stomach and carry … Continue reading →

Fenugreek is one of the world’s oldest medicinal herbs.It is the small stony seeds that come from the pod of a bean-like plant. Now I didn’t know this but they say fenugreek is mainly used to help women increase their … Continue reading →

Glucomannan as a supplement has been used to treat constipation. Other things that have been known to help relieve constipation are prunes. Prunes contain hydroxyphenyl isatin, a chemical that stimulates the bowel muscles and works as a very gentle laxative. … Continue reading →