Depolymerized konjac glucomannan: preparation and application in health care / 浙江大学学报(英文版)(B辑:生物医学和生物技术)
Journal of Zhejiang University. Science. B
; (12): 505-514, 2018.
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ABSTRACT
Konjac glucomannan (KGM) is a water-soluble polysaccharide obtained from the roots and tubers of konjac plants. Recently, a degraded product of KGM, depolymerized KGM (DKGM), has attracted attention because of its low viscosity, improved hydrophily, and favorable physiological functions. In this review, we describe the preparation of DKGM and its prebiotic effects. Other health benefits of DKGM, covering antioxidant and immune activity, are also discussed, as well as its safety. DKGM could be a candidate for use as a tool for the treatment of various diseases, including intestinal flora imbalance, and oxidative- and immune-related disorders.
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Assunto principal:
Plantas Medicinais
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Segurança
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Viscosidade
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Química
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Amorphophallus
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Usos Terapêuticos
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Prebióticos
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Polimerização
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Interações Hidrofóbicas e Hidrofílicas
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Fatores Imunológicos
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Animals
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Humans
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En
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Journal of Zhejiang University. Science. B
Ano de publicação:
2018
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Article