Phaseolamin
Phaseolamin is a substance found in several food staples, such as wheat and the white kidney bean which is known to have anti - alpha-amylase activity. The enzyme alpha-amylase is produced in the saliva and is responsible for the conversion of dietary starch into glucose; the glucose end-product of this digestive process can then be absorbed in the small intestine. In theory, the reduction in activity of this enzyme leads to less starch being converted into sugars during digestion and a reduced intake of calories from starch.
What is phaseolamin
The activity of Phaseolamin was first identified in the 1940s leading to its use in weight loss supplements. However, the early preparations contained little
phaseolamin and little alpha-amylase activity and did not produce significant
weight loss . Recent technological advances have resulted in newer high-quality preparations such as PharmaChem Laboratories 'Phase 2' preparation derived from the white kidney bean, which has produced promising results in preliminary clinical trials. In a pilot study of 11 volunteers, consuming 1.5g of Phase 2 led to a 66% reduction in starch absorption. A second 'full meal' study and consuming 0.75g led to a 28% reduction in starch absorption.
The expected
effects of phaseolamin were confirmed in a placebo-controlled pilot study, which found that overweight individuals consuming Phase 2 as part of their diet lost an average of half a pound per week, compared with the placebo group who lost 0.1lbs over four weeks.
For maximum
benefit, phaseolamin should be consumed with starchy foods such as bread, pasta, and potatoes.
Consumption of phaseolamin
The recommended
consumption of phaseolamin is 1000mg. Ideally,
phaseolamin should be taken at the beginning of a meal, although it can also be taken during a meal but the effectiveness will be reduced.
There are no known interactions with prescription medications, but as with all supplements, consult your health practitioner before starting any supplement or a weight loss diet. Taken at levels which are higher than the recommended doses, some mild wind/ flatulence can occur.
If taking a supplement which includes a digestive enzyme blend, check that enzymes other than amylase have been included. The inclusion of amylase will reduce the effectiveness of the supplement.
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