phaseolamin

phaseolamin
pha·se·o·lam·in (fə-se″o-lamґin) an α-amylase inhibitor purified from the kidney bean (Phaseolus vulgaris); it has been used in preparations alleged to enhance weight control by preventing absorption of ingested carbohydrate.

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