Frequently Asked Questions

All the things you could wonder about are listed here

About Shileo

How can I contact you?
Please use our contact form, or write to us at hello@shileo.com
Does Shileo increase intestinal transit and digestion?
Our meals contain between 0 and 1g of fiber. Depending on your diet, especially if you have a general diet which is low in fiber, your body may need to get used to the increase in fibre intake, but this should soon pass. Please check each individual product page to see the exact value.
Where do I find recipes for konjac?
Here: recipes
What type of shipping do you offer?
We work with DHL and DPD. The three of them are not always available in each country. All our deliveries are made through registered mail. Please note that both delivery providers are CO2-neutral
Are there some allergens in your food?
Our key products (konjac noodles and rice) are completely free of any allergens. For our mixed products, we try to avoid allergens and unnecessary food additives whenever possible. If you are sensitive to certain ingredients, please make sure you see the list of ingredients before you buy our products
How much do you charge for shipping & handling?
For orders whithin Germany: 3.49€ if it's below 40€, else it's free. For orders from Austria: 4.95€ if it's below 60€, else it's free. For orders from the rest of the European Unions EU: 70€ if it's below 7.50€, else free. For orders from Switzerland: 7.50€ for orders below 100€, else it's free
What is the taste of the Shileo konjac noodles and rice?
The konjac rice and noodles have a similar structure and taste to Chinese vermicelli. Our products don't have fishy smell, which is very often the case with konjac from competitors. Their natural taste is neutral, but any sauce, spices or herbs added to them will give them a nice flavour.
In which countries are you present?
We currently ship to the all EU countries + Switzerland
Why is it named Shileo?
It is a portmanteau of the first letters of the word "shirataki", the traditional Japanese noodles made of konjac, and the word "leo", which is not only an animal which stands for power and strength, but is also the Anja's (one of our two founders) zodiac sign.
Can I lose weight on Shileo?
In addition regular activity and an appropriate diet - absolutely! Shileo contains glucomanan, a fiber naturally present in konjac roots. Glucomanan can help you with weight loss as well as maintaining normal blood cholesterol levels (link)
Where are you guys located?
In beautiful Berlin, Germany
Is Shileo gluten free?
We're 100% gluten free
What makes Shileo different from other industrially processed foods?
Many food companies try to sell their products as "light", "non-fat" and "no added sugar". "Light" simply indicates that it's less heavy than the regular recipe (yet still unhealthy), "no fat" usually means that sugar is added to increase the flavoring, and "no added sugar" could mean that other artificial ingredients are added in order to compensate. We believe food should be light as a rule, and not only reduced in unhealthy ingredients. You shouldn't feel sleepy or hungry after a meal, especially when you're trying to lose weight.
Press related topics
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My Order

How do I request a refund?
If you're not happy with your order and wish to withdraw from your contractual agreement, please contact us by using our contact form, or at hello@shileo.com. We will handle your request and contact you as soon as possible.
Do you ship internationally?
We currently ship to the all EU countries + Switzerland
Do you deliver to German Packstations ("Packstationen") or post offices?
Unfortunatly not. We have tried for a while, but we got many parcels sent back to us because the customer didn't pick it up from the box.
Help! I can't add products to my basket
The usual reason is that you are using a browser that is not supported by our system. We support Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Edge. We don't support old browsers such as Internet Explorer :(
Is there an offline store where I can buy Shileo products?
Check out our dedicated section for this: stores
Is it possible to merge several orders in one parcel?
By default, each order is shipped individually unless informed otherwise. If you'd like to ship more than one order together, please drop us an email to request this.
How do I place an order?
Click on "All products" in the top bar, and via the drop down fields select the amount of each product you need. Then click on the little "bubble" at the bottom right of the screen to access the cart & payment page.

Our Products

How does konjac / glucomannan help with weight loss, as well as contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels?
According to Commission Regulation No. 432/2012 of the European Union, glucomannan aids weight loss and normalises blood cholesterol levels if taken in the amount of 4g a day, in three 1g (minimum) portions each. It's important to consume it with plenty of water to ensure the substance reaches the stomach.
How much protein is in Shileo dishes?
Please check each individual product page to see the exact value.
How much lipid (fat) is in Shileo dishes?
Our meals contain 0 grams of lipids and 0 grams of trans fats ("bad fat").
Why pre-cook Shileo products?
So that the Shileo products with their high fiber content do not stick together in the dried state, small amounts of tapioca starch as well as syrup are used in the production process. These wash out again slightly during cooking, which is why we recommend in many recipes to pre-cook the Shileo products and pour off the cooking water.
How many carbohydrates are in Shileo foods?
We're 100% transparent on all of our packaging. But usually we try to keep it at a minimum. To double check, please visit each item's page to check out all the macronutrients and their amounts. To give you a point of comparision, 100g of bread contains 78g of carbs.
How much glucomannan is there in your products?
Our noodles contain 11% glucomannan, our rice 17% and our flour around 80-90%.

Subscription

How does your subscription work?
Upon signing up, you'll be a member of our oh-so-cool konjac club. Every month you'll receive as many pouches of konjac noodles and konjac rice as you requested. From the moment you sign up, you'll get a package monthly for an unlimited amount of time, automatically renewed unless you tell us otherwise.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel anytime, as long as it’s 2 days before the beginning of next month. To do so, simply click on My Account. If this doesn't work, drop us a line at hello@shileo.com and we’ll take care of the rest
How to change the quantities?
You can change the quantities anytime by sending us an email at hello@shileo.com . Just tell us what you need and we’ll take care of the rest
When is the money taken from my bank account/paypal?
Our system will withdraw the money from your account automatically on the first day of the month. If you sign up, we will not take any money until the first business day next month.