So Easy Weight Management: Miracles Noodles (Zero-Calories Noodles)

1. What is Shirataki Noodles ?

Shirataki are thin, translucent, gelatinous traditional Japanese noodles made from the konjac yam (devil's tongue yam/elephant yam).

Shirataki noodles were originally developed in Asia, but they have recently brought the attention of people from around the world. Because these noodles are almost totally a beneficial type of fiber, they have almost no "bad" carbohydrates. They not only will not cause blood sugar to rise, they may actually help control blood glucose.

2. What is Shirataki noodles composed of ?

It is largely composed of water & glucomannan, a water-soluble dietary fiber, they are very low in carbohydrates & calories, and have little flavour of their own.

3. Benefits of Shirataki noodles:

There is some evidence that glucomannan, when tested as a powdered supplement, can play a role in blood sugar control, as well as improve cholesterol control & enhance weight loss. It also contributes to our intake of soluble fiber & can be a substitute for starchy noodles.

4. Why don't Shirataki noodles contain any calories?

Traditional Shirataki noodles are pretty much the perfect food for those who may have food allergies or are on special diets; they're vegan & gluten free. They naturally don't contain any calories because the glucomannon starch they're made of is an indigestible dietary fiber & also contains no carbohydrates