What are the benefits of beta-glucans and what health claims can be made?

What are beta-glucans?

Beta-glucans are soluble fibres which are naturally occurring and found in cell walls of various sources including:

• Cereals
• Yeast
• Fungi
• Bacteria

What are the benefits of beta-glucans and what health claims can be made?

Beta-glucans and Vitamin B6 can be combined for access to the claim "Contributes to the regulation of normal hormonal activity".

Lowering risk of cardiovascular disease

Research suggests beta-glucans have the potential to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.

To access the claim "Beta-glucans contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels", click here.

Managing diabetes

Research also suggests that beta-glucans may help manage diabetes by controlling blood sugar levels, lowering cholesterol, and stabilising blood pressure.

To access the claim "Consumption of beta-glucans from oats or barley as part of a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal", click here.

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