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What Are Shirataki Noodles And Are They Healthy?

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Shirataki are translucent, gelatinous Japanese noodles that are made from the starchy tuber of the konjac plant (also known as konjac yam or elephant yam). Konjac is processed and refined into a flour called glucomannan flour.
Shirataki noodles are fiber-rich noodles that may have some health benefits, such as helping people maintain a moderate weight and improving digestive health. They are low in calories and carbohydrates, and free from common allergens. People can use shirataki noodles in a wide range of dishes.
Konjac is a plant that's been used for centuries in Asia as food and as traditional medicine. Research has shown that it may help you ease constipation and reduce cholesterol. Konjac may also support weight loss, but more studies are needed.
But shirataki are absolutely delicious if you treat them right. Like other healthful and delicious foods that have been bullied into the role of a virtuous but tasteless replacement (see: tofu), shirataki are all-stars at absorbing flavors—whether it's a sauce or a broth.
While the konjac noodles seem like a miracle discovery with few calories and carbohydrates, I would caution you to consume them in moderation like you would any other food. You need a balance of macronutrients to feel your best and you don't want to get too much of any individual food (even healthy ones).