Researchers Share Comments About Beta-1,3D Glucan

"The current study represents the first demonstration that a specific form of Beta-1,3D Glucan can enhance the immune system's ability to kill anthrax spores, and that it can do so orally." Gary R. Ostroff, PhD, at the 224th national meeting of the American Chemical Society

The U.S. Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute Study found that systematic Beta-1,3D Glucan synergizes with cytokine and growth factor stimulation of hemotopoeisis (white blood cell formation) in the bone marrow following myelosupression. Initial preclinical results demonstrate that oral Beta glucan also provides a radiation protective effect.

"In one study, oral Beta-1,3D Glucan administered alone reduced tumor weight by nearly half. But when used in conjunction with a monoclonal antibody, the average tumor weight shrank by more than 80%." Gordon Ross, PhD, University of Louisville School of Medicine

Beta glucan has been proven to be effective when administered orally or intravenously, however, the latter would require daily visits to a physician. When taken orally, the macrophage obtains maximum activity and effectiveness after about 72 hours, then again reaches normal activity after about 144 hours.

"As it is a natural substance, there are no side effects and there is no danger of overdose. Clearly Beta Glucan is a natural, safe, specific, and highly effective way to keep our immune system healthy." Dr. Vaclav Vetvicka