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Does High-fiber foods Affect Glucomannan?
May affect absorption or how you feel
The short answer
Glucomannan expands into a thick gel that physically traps supplements and nutrients, greatly reducing their absorption.
How to arrange timing
Take glucomannan at least 2 hours apart from other supplements, especially with high-fiber meals.
Reference
Reference noted for this food and supplement combination: Examine.com
Important context
The effect can also change with food amount, supplement dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.