If you find the softgels to be too big, please don’t cut the softgels in half as the softgels contain an oily substance called medium chain triglycerides (MCTs). MCTs help increase metabolism and may help improve blood-glucose control. Also, cutting the softgel open could potentially be a choking hazard so it’s best to not use the softgels if you find them uncomfortable to swallow whole; you may wish to try PGX granules as an alternative. PGX granules are very convenient to pour into a blender with other smoothie ingredients or to thicken sauces or add to baking. The PGX granules still retain all other benefits, including supplying highest viscosity fiber for the intestinal tract, providing a greater feeling of fullness.

Sure. It is possible to still feel hungry after taking PGX. It’s a gentle-acting plant fiber complex that works gradually to reprogram your neurological response to food. For emotional eaters, additional counseling and support may be necessary.

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Yes. PGX is 100% natural and non-addictive. You can quit using it at any time. Extensive pre-clinical studies and clinical trials conducted in the United States, France, and Germany have found PGX to be remarkably safe for consumption, with no serious side effects.

Although PGX is proven to be safe for adults, children have unique developmental and physiological needs, therefore a qualified health care practitioner is the best person to advise you in this matter.

You can read about the research behind PGX on the Science Behind PGX page.

There is no maximum duration. It is recommended to take PGX for a minimum of 12 weeks. The PGX program^® can offer the tools and support for healthy weight loss and lifelong maintenance. Check out the PGX Programs to get started.

By optimizing the rate of digestion and decreasing the rate at which sugars are released into the bloodstream. The higher the glycemic index of foods, the greater the lowering effect of PGX, up to 60%.

Have your blood sugar levels tested by your healthcare practitioner to determine if they are above normal levels. The following may be symptoms of higher than normal blood sugar:

• Cravings for sugary or high-carb foods
• Low energy levels and mood swings
• Increased appetite (especially sudden cravings)
• Frequent or slow healing infections

Cravings are a direct result of blood sugar imbalance. PGX controls the release of sugars into the bloodstream, slowing digestion and creating a feeling of satiation.

Unlike other supplements, PGX is designed to “treat the cause, not the illness”.  PGX and the PGX Programs will not only help you lose weight but help you maintain a healthier weight. And while doing so, PGX will provide you with the added benefits of living a healthier life.

Start slow and ramp up your dosage. Incrementally increasing the consumption of PGX® at the beginning of your program can help your body adjust.

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Yes. PGX can be taken in combination with other supplements, such as essential fatty acids (EFAs) and multivitamins & minerals.

Consult your health care practitioner. PGX can affect the absorption of medication into your bloodstream. We recommend taking your oral medicine at least 1 hour before or 2-3 hours after consuming PGX. This information should not be taken as medical advice or substituted for it.

As your body acclimates to PGX, it’s possible to experience some intestinal discomfort. We recommend incrementally increasing the dosage as explained here, and drinking a large glass of water with each dose.

PGX can be purchased online or at pharmacies, grocery stores and health food stores across Canada and in the US, and through health care professionals and natural dispensaries.

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