Beta-glucan
What is Beta-glucan? There is no FDA-approved drug specifically named Beta-glucan; however, I can provide information on the beta-glucan drug product, which is an immunomodulator. Beta-glucans are soluble dietary fibers derived from certain types of fungi or yeast cell walls. When administered orally, they are not absorbed but rather stimulate immune cells such as macrophages and natural killer (NK) cells to produce cytokines. This leads to a nonspecific stimulation of the immune system....