BETA GLUCAN FAQ SHEET

What is Beta Glucan?

Beta 1, 3-D Glucan is the sole active ingredient in Beta Glucan. It is derived from the cell walls of baker's yeast, making it the precise substance for which the actual glucan macrophage receptor (CR3, mac-1, CD11/CD18) has been identified. Beta 1, 3-D Glucan is technically a poly-branched poly-glucose - so complex some refer to it as a fiber.

Who will benefit from taking Beta Glucan?

Everyone has the potential to benefit from taking Beta Glucan in the correct dose. Animals will also benefit from taking Beta Glucan, because their immune systems are very similar to ours.

Are the effects of Beta Glucan backed up by scientific research?

Thousands of scientific studies originating from such prestigious institutions as Tulane, Harvard, the University of Louisville and the U. S. Armed Forces attest to the safety and efficacy of Beta 1, 3-D Glucan.

Why haven't we heard of Beta Glucan before?

For nearly three decades, Beta 1, 3-D Glucan has been available to laboratories and medical schools. However, to purchase 1 (one) 100-mg sample of Beta 1, 3-D Glucan, the cost was close to $200.00! This made it highly prohibitive from a commercial standpoint.

Is Beta Glucan derived from baker's yeast the most effective type of glucan?

Glucans derived from barley, oats, or other grains have been shown to be largely ineffective as an immune modulator. Only Beta 1, 3-D Glucan from the cell wall of baker's yeast has been shown to have a potent effect on the immune system, in an economical manner.

I am allergic to yeast. Will this cause a problem?

No. Although derived from baker's yeast (Saccharomyces Cerevisiae), Beta Glucan is a pure isolate and does not contain enough yeast proteins to cause an allergic reaction.

Will Beta Glucan cause over-stimulation of my immune system?

No. The presence of Beta Glucan potentiates the receptors on the surface of the macrophage.

Will Beta 1, 3-D Glucan cause or expand an autoimmune situation?

Beta 1, 3-D Glucan does not create a danger. Considerable peer reviewed data indicates just the opposite.

Are there any drug reactions that can occur when taking Beta Glucan?

There are no adverse effects known when Beta 1, 3-D Glucan is taken in conjunction with pharmacological drugs.

Dr. Vaclav Vetvicka from the University of Louisville answers the three most important questions about Beta glucan:

Is Beta 1, 3-D Glucan safe and effective? For over 40 years, beta glucans have been thoroughly tested on everything from earthworms to human beings, even plants. It appears that the primary things to consider about these compounds are that they are properly and sufficiently purified and they are biologically active. They are certainly safe.

When one shops, how can one determine if they are getting a properly prepared, sufficiently purified and biologically active material?

Price is no indicator at all. Unless that particular batch has been properly assayed for purity and potency, you cannot know if the dose is in the proper amount. Also, you cannot expect a quality product unless every batch is tested; including a test for bioactivity. Many companies test nothing at all.

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This is possible because of years of review, research and testing of compounds that might match up against our stand alone Beta Glucan. There are none! However, we have put together a "proprietary combination" that ups the stakes for all the products out there wishing they could compete.