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β-Glucans, Pneumocystis jirovecii and Atherogenic Inflammation: From Pulmonary Immunity to Cardiovascular Risk [PDF]
Journal of FungiThe interaction between Pneumocystis jirovecii and systemic inflammation has emerged as a potential modulator of cardiovascular risk. This review describes the potential of β-glucans to contribute to atherogenic inflammation.
José C. Castillo +12 more
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The Influence of Oat β-Glucans of Different Molar Mass on the Properties of Gluten-Free Bread [PDF]
MoleculesThe influence of β-glucans on the properties of gluten-free dough and bread is still not fully explained, with the literature suggesting both positive and negative effects.
Angelika Bieniek, Krzysztof Buksa
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Frontiers in Immunology, 2020 β-Glucans are a heterogeneous group of glucose polymers with a common structure comprising a main chain of β-(1,3) and/or β-(1,4)-glucopyranosyl units, along with side chains with various branches and lengths.
Biao Han +2 more
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Extraction Methods and Characterization of β-Glucans from Yeast Lees of Wines Produced Using Different Technologies [PDF]
FoodsWine lees, the second most significant by-product of winemaking after grape pomace, have received relatively little attention regarding their potential for valorization.
Ana Chioru +5 more
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β-glucans from Agaricus bisporus mushroom products drive Trained Immunity [PDF]
Frontiers in NutritionIntroductionMacrofungi, such as edible mushrooms, have been used as a valuable medical resource for millennia as a result of their antibacterial and immuno-modulatory components.
Sarah Case +15 more
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Effects of β-Glucans from Aureobasidium pullulans on Cucumber Mosaic Virus Infection in Chili Pepper [PDF]
Research in Plant Disease, 2021 Cucumber mosaic virus (CMV), the most prevalent virus in chili pepper (Capsicum annuum L.), negatively affects chili pepper production in South Korea. In this study, foliar spraying with β-glucans obtained from the mycelial walls of the yeast-like fungus
Ju-Yeon Yoon +5 more
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Animals, 2023 The objectives of this review are to investigate the quantitative, compositional, and structural differences of β-glucans and the functional effects of β-glucans on the intestinal health and growth of nursery pigs. Banning antibiotic feed supplementation
Hyunjun Choi, Sung Woo Kim
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Encyclopedia, 2021 β-glucans are complex polysaccharides that are found in several plants and foods, including mushrooms. β-glucans display an array of potentially therapeutic properties.
Emma J. Murphy +4 more
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Veterinary Sciences, 2021 β-glucans can activate the animal innate immune system by acting as immune-modulators and inducing various stimulatory effects. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of 1,3-1,6 β-glucans administered orally for 96 h on Apis mellifera ...
Simona Sagona +9 more
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β-Glucans Production of Saccharomyces cerevisiae by Using Tofu Waste as Animal Feed Supplement
Biosaintifika: Journal of Biology & Biology Education, 2021 Tofu industrial waste has the potential to become contaminant when it is not maximum processed, so it needs appropriate treatment to minimize the occurrence of pollution. β-Glucans can be produced from the yeast cell wall of Saccharomyces cerevisiae.As a feed supplement, β-Glucans have been used for an immunostimulant because it can increase the ...
Endah Rita Sulistya Dewi +3 more
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