Chitosan acts as a "Fat Blocker "; by attaching to fat particles, this fiber puts a stop to the absorbtion of fat through the intestinal tract—instead passing safely through the body. Chitosan is a dietary fiber originated from chitin, a polysaccharide commonly found in the exoskeleton of many shellfish. This non-digestible fiber causes a process called polymerization which is the bonding of molecules of up to twelve times its weight in fatty oils. The fat polymer is now too large to be absorbed and continues through the body without being digested. Clinical studies state that over a course of four weeks, the weight loss averaged around 8% of entire body weight.

Benefits and Uses
• Decreases appetite
• Reduces the absorption of bile acids and cholesterol
• Prevents atherosclerosis, diabetes, and liver disease
• Reduces weight
• Maintains immune function