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Agar Powder

Agar powder is a plant-derived gelling agent made from red seaweed. It is commonly used as a vegetarian substitute for gelatin in desserts, sauces, and laboratory or culinary preparations.

Beneficial properties

plant-based thickener high in soluble fiber supports bowel regularity very low in calories gel-forming

Nutritional highlights

Agar is composed primarily of soluble fiber, with minimal calories, fat, protein, or digestible carbohydrate and only small amounts of minerals.

Caution. Because it is very high in fiber and expands with liquid, consuming agar without enough fluid may cause choking or intestinal blockage; excessive intake may also cause gastrointestinal discomfort.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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High Cholesterol
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Obesity
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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