Chitosan for overweight or obesity.

BACKGROUND: Chitosan, a deacetylated chitin, is a dietary supplement reported to decrease body weight. It is widely available over the counter worldwide and although evaluated in a number of trials its efficacy remains in dispute. OBJECTIVES: To assess the effects of chitosan as a treatment for ove...

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Main Authors: Jull, AB, Ni Mhurchu, C, Bennett, D, Dunshea-Mooij, C, Rodgers, A
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2008