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Oral Uses

  • Heart attack prevention RatingRating

    Chitosan reduces LDL (bad) cholesterol; prevents cholesterol absorption; increases HDL (good) cholesterol; reduces blood pressure; reduces heart disease risk. Take 4-6 g of chitosan daily, in divided doses, before meals, for many months.

  • High cholesterol RatingRating

    Chitosan contains an insoluble fiber; reduces LDL (bad) cholesterol; prevents cholesterol absorption; increases HDL (good) cholesterol. Take 4-6 g of chitosan daily, in divided doses, before meals, for many months.

  • Kidney failure RatingRating

    Chitosan accelerates tissue repair. Take 4-6 g of chitosan daily, in divided doses, before meals, for many months.

  • Supplements to help lose weight RatingRating

    Chitosan contains an insoluble fiber; prevents absorption of fats; helps to lose weight. Take 4-6 g of chitosan daily, in divided doses, before meals, for many months.

  • Hypertension Rating

    Chitosan reduces blood pressure. Take 4-6 g of chitosan daily, in divided doses, before meals, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Appetite suppressant RatingRatingRating

    Chitosan is an appetite suppressant; reduces appetite. Take 4-6 g of chitosan daily, in divided doses, before meals, for many months.

  • Action - Antibacterial RatingRating

    Chitosan is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Take 4-6 g of chitosan daily, in divided doses, before meals, for many months.

  • Action - Hypotensive RatingRating

    Chitosan is a hypotensive; reduces blood pressure. Take 4-6 g of chitosan daily, in divided doses, before meals, for many months.

Topical Uses

  • Skin wounds RatingRating

    Chitosan accelerates tissue repair. Apply chitosan containing topical preparation 2-4 times daily, for many weeks, as suggested on the label.

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