Acemannan
Overview
Acemannan (Acetylated Mannose) is a type of Mannan Polysaccharide. It is a polymer of Mannose. Acemannan is an acetylated Galactomannan (a linear polymer composed of beta 1-4 glycosidic links. Acemannan is comprised of long-chain polydispersed beta-(1,4) linked Mannan polymers extracted from the inner gelatinous portion of Aloe vera leaves. It is highly unstable and, in the presence of heat, will quickly break down to Mannose, a compound that lacks notable therapeutic effects.
The only known source of Acemannan is the outer layers of the leaf of Aloe vera
Health Benefits of Acemannan
Digestive System
Acemannan may alleviate the Inflammation of the Digestive Tract associated with Colitis. [1]
Acemannan may alleviate the Inflammation of the Digestive Tract associated with Crohn's Disease. [2]
Acemannan may alleviate the Inflammation of the Digestive Tract associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. [3]
Acemannan may alleviate the Inflammation of the Digestive Tract associated with Ulcerative Colitis. [4]
Immune System
Acemannan (gel applied topically) may be a useful treatment for Cervical Dysplasia.
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