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Alginic acid

In March, 2010 researchers at Newcastle University announced that dietary alginates can reduce human fat uptake by more than 75%.



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Gastroesophageal reflux disease

The evidence for antacids is weaker with a benefit of about 10% (NNT=13) while a combination of an antacid and alginic acid (such as Gaviscon) may improve symptoms 60% (NNT=4).