NOW Apple Pectin 700mg

Apple Pectin is a watersoluble fibre which has a gel-forming effect when mixed with water. It is a carbohydrate extracted from fruit and vegetables with some of the highest concentrations are in the skins, seeds and cores. As a dietary fibre, Apple Pectin may be helpful in supporting good intestinal health.

Benefits:
Water soluble fibre
Supports digestive health
May help lower cholesterol
Helps treat constipation – increases viscosity and volume of stool
Helps fight diabetes
Supports weight loss

Support: Apple pectin provides nutritional support for healthy digestive function and overall well-being. This natural fibre has numerous health benefits, including the ability to serve as an effective prebiotic. Apple Pectin may also aid healthy cholesterol levels by binding with the cholesterol in the gut, thereby preventing its absorption into the blood stream. Apple Pectin also slows down the activity of enzymes that break down starches and sugar. Thus the absorption of carbohydrates and sugars is slowed down, preventing blood sugar spikes which may lead to weight gain and diabetes.