What is Chitoglucan? Chitoglucan is extracted from edible mushrooms. Chitoglucan is a complex of the vegetable chitosan and β-glucan, and has many excellent physiological function. Characteristics Chitoglucan may control fat absorption, by both frapping and blocking fat from intestinal mucous membranes, providing a coating for gastrointestinal walls. Chitoglucan absorbs water in the intestines and more functions than vegetable fiber. Chitoglucan's flavor and taste are similar to mushroom and can be incorporeted into various foods. Chitoglucan has been shown to help: 1 Reduce serum neutral lipids 2 Reduce serum cholesterol levels 3 Burn body fat 4 Control blood glucose levels 5 Support immune system response 6 Aid in allergy control 7 Normalize intestinal function The Effects of Chitoglucan: 1 May aid in weight loss 2 Prevent hyperlipemia 3 Prevent arthrosclerosis 4 May help reduce sugar levels in blood 5 Enhance immunological function 6 Ameliorate allergic conditions 7 Normalize intestinal function