chitosan
chitosan
Definition
chi·to·san (kīt′ə san′)
noun
a polysaccharide derived from chitin, that absorbs heavy metals while in solution: it is used in industry, esp. to purify waste water
chitosan
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- take: A study published a few years ago clearly showed a benefit to dialysis patients who took chitosan.
- show: This experiment showed that chitosan decreases blood sugar, and that the more chitosan is used, the more the blood sugar is lowered.
- use: So before using chitosan, Ron should consult his doctor.
Modifies a noun
- supplementation: Australian research has found that chitosan supplementation can significantly lower cholesterol levels while on a normal diet.
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