This extract comes from the seed of the African mango (Irvingia gabonensis) and provides a concentrated dose of soluble fiber and specific polyphenols. The manufacturing process improves how the body absorbs it and cuts down on the stomach trouble whole fruit or crude powders can cause.
People take it alongside a calorie-controlled diet to support fat metabolism and maintain a healthy body weight. Early human trials point to effects on appetite control and the body's handling of blood sugar.
Take the extract 30 to 60 minutes before your two largest meals of the day, each time with a full glass of water. Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day.
Prescription diabetes drugs and this extract can both lower blood sugar, so combining them requires caution. Some people get mild stomach upset or headaches. Do not take this if you are pregnant or nursing because safety hasn't been established.