Those on a diet may find low fat tofu noodles shirataki are helpful in controlling weight. The noodles are mostly fiber and because the body does not absorb fiber, will pass right through the digestive tract. Fiber reacts with other liquids, expanding in the stomach creating a feeling of fullness. The fiber in tofu shirataki noodles is called glucomannan. Glucomannan has been used in combination with diet and exercise for overweight patients to help with weight loss. Fiber is also known to help those suffering with hypertension. Those on a low glycemic diet will also not elevate their blood sugar, eating this food. Constipation is greatly helped by a high fiber diet, so the glucomannan is a benefit to the bowel system.

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