Beta Glucans Side Effects and Cautions
This is part of a series of short articles on side effects of natural remedies.
Beta-glucans are used by many for immune system enhancement or to lower cholesterol, among other reasons. The different supplements vary greatly in their ingredients so listing side effects is a little difficult given that Beta-Glucans can derive from oats, barley or brewe's yeast and may also contain any of several medicinal mushrooms.
Side Effects of Beta-Glucans:
Although I found reference to rare instances of allergic reactions with beta-glucans, I couldn't find any mention of drug interactions of serious side effects. This doesn't mean serious side effects do not exist.
As I mentioned when writing about side effects of aloe vera, the additional ingredients in a formula, as well as the purity of the manufacturing process, should be looked at as well as the primary ingredient being discussed here.
Also, there should be information regarding the formula, referring to proper molecule linkage, as this appears to be crucial in the Beta-Glucans formula being considered safe, nontoxic and effective.
In the absense of pure manufacturing and proper molecule linking, a potential side effect would be yeast infections.
According to the Physicians Desk Reference, you should check with your doctor before taking beta glucans if you have several differnt health situations. Visit the site for more information.
Beta-glucans have a GRAS rating and are consider safe.
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Additional Herbal Side Effects Information: Aloe Vera > Acai Juice > Beta Glucans > Ginger > Goji Juice > Holy Basil > Mangosteen Juice > Miracle Mineral Supplement > Noni Juice > Pomegranate Juice > Spirulina > Tumeric
Health Disclaimer: The potential side effects of beta-glucans supplements mentioned on this page may not be all the side effects that exist when taking beta-glucans. Ask your doctor or consult with a qualified natural healing practitioner if concerned about side effects from beta-glucans.
