Chitosan is the shellfish fiber extract that helps increase the transit time of fat from the stomach to the time of elimination, thereby reducing the amount of fat absorbed by the body and producing weight loss. Eating less of most fats is good for you, but hard to do because fatty foods taste so good. So the first thing to do is use a dietary aid that keeps the fat you eat from turning into unwanted pounds. Chitosan is a fiber that acts like a magnet to bind to 4-5 times its weight in fat in your stomach. Chitosan has been known as the "Fat Magnet," "Fat Sponge," and the "Fat Trapper." All of these descriptions are correct because Chitosan attracts fat, soaks up fat, and traps fat in the digestive system. It is important to drink at least 6-8 cups of water daily when increasing your fiber intake. Use this product as an addition to your reduced-calorie diet and daily exercise program.