Beta Glucan is a part of the structure of the cell wall in e.g. yeast fungi. It has been discovered that a supply of Beta Glucan is capable of strengthening various parts of the immune system.
High doses (7 g daily) of Beta Glucan are believed to counteract the development of insulin resistance, but lower doses can lower blood sugar. This is due to an effect where the time that food is in the stomach increases, whereby the uptake of sugar occurs more gradually.
These features make Beta 1,3 Glucan applicable for a lot of health problems. Beta 1,3 Glucan is used the strengthen the immune system and to prevent micro-organism attack.
Beta Glucan also co-operates in the repair of damaged cells.
In some cases it has been used in the treatment of cancer. Studies with injections of Beta Glucan into tumours from skin cancer have shown good results.
Beta 1,3 Glucan for oral use is non-toxic. In rare cases, short-lasting worsening of symptoms can occur as a result of the body trying to increase the secretion of accumulated poisonous substances.
The quality and effectiveness of Beta Glucan can vary depending on its mode of production.
Dosage
50 mg. a day between meals.
