Highlights
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KGM and its chemical structure with implications on the functional and nutraceutical features as a bioactive polysaccharide has discussed.
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Local and traditional uses of KGM as a GRAS (Generally Regarded as safe) food additive (nutraceuticals) has reviewed.
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Potential applications of KGM as health food products has appraised.
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Different uses of KGM in biomedical sectors in treatment of life style diseases have critically analyzed.
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Critical appraisal of KGM as a nutraceutical fibre has justified.