Diacylglycerol
Scientific names: Diacylglycerol, 1,2-diglyceride, 1,3-diglyceride
Alternate names: DAG, Diacilglicerol, Diacylglycérol, Diacylglycerol Oil, Diglyceride, Diglycéride, Huile de Diacylglycérol
Background
Diacylglycerol is a compound found in small amounts in plant oils. Oils rich in diacylglycerol can be made in the lab and used to replace fats in the diet.
Diacylglycerol might work by increasing energy use and the breakdown of fat. Diacylglycerol-concentrated oils taste and look like regular fats and cooking oils.
People use diacylglycerol for obesity, diabetes, high levels of triglycerides in the blood, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support most of these uses.
Diacylglycerol might work by increasing energy use and the breakdown of fat. Diacylglycerol-concentrated oils taste and look like regular fats and cooking oils.
People use diacylglycerol for obesity, diabetes, high levels of triglycerides in the blood, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support most of these uses.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: Diacylglycerol is likely safe for most people. It's usually well tolerated, but might cause some stomach upset similar to other cooking oils.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Diacylglycerol is likely safe when consumed in foods. There isn't enough reliable information to know if diacylglycerol is safe to use in larger amounts when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts.Effectiveness
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Possibly effective Effectiveness definitions
- Obesity. Taking diacylglycerol by mouth seems to improve weight loss in overweight or obese adults.
Dosing & administration
Diacylglycerol is a compound naturally found in small amounts in plant oils. Oils such as soybean and rapeseed can be changed to include higher concentrations of diacylglycerol to be used as replacement cooking oils. It's most often been used by adults in doses of 10-20 grams by mouth daily for up to 1 year. Speak with a healthcare provider to find out what dose might be best for a specific condition.
Interactions with pharmaceuticals
It is not known if Diacylglycerol interacts with any medicines. Before taking Diacylglycerol, talk with your healthcare professional if you take any medications.
Interactions with herbs & supplements
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
Interactions with foods
There are no known interactions with foods.
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