Irvingia Gabonensis vs Phaseolus vulgaris

A Central and West African tree; the seed kernel extract modulates adipogenesis hormones (leptin, adiponectin) for weight loss; clinically studied for obesity management.

Most widely cultivated bean; pod extract (Phaseolamin) inhibits starch digestion for weight management.

Irvingin, Fibers, Ellagic acid, Glutamate dehydrogenase inhibitors

phaseolamin, phaseolin, lectins, polyphenols, protein, fiber

Food and weight management in Central African traditional diet, Digestive support and constipation prevention, Blood sugar management

diabetes, weight management, food source, constipation, digestive health

Weight loss via adipokine modulation, Blood sugar reduction, Cholesterol and LDL reduction

anti-diabetic, weight management (starch blocker), nutritive food, anti-obesity

150-300mg seed extract twice daily before meals

As food; white kidney bean extract 445-1500mg before carb meals

May interact with diabetes medications, Use cautiously with blood thinners

raw bean lectins toxic (must cook), legume allergy

Headache initially, GI disturbance, Insomnia

bloating, GI upset, lectin toxicity if raw