Carob pod extract contains pinitol and polyphenols. Used as: chocolate substitute (caffeine/theobromine-free), anti-diarrheal (carob flour thickens stool), and cholesterol-reducer (carob fiber reduced LDL by 13% in a small study). Contains locust bean gum (thickening agent). Limited clinical data beyond traditional GI use. Safe for children. --- *Reviewed by the Dose AI Research Team and Clinical Advisory Board* *Last updated: 2026-04-06*
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