• PromOat® is a high-concentration soluble fibre oat beta-glucan, containing naturally occurring oat maltodextrins. (cambridgecommodities.com)
  • Replacing some of the original fat in muffins with soluble cocoa fibre could help manufacturers boost the health profile of their products, says a new Spanish study. (foodnavigator.com)
  • The new study aimed to consider the effects of reducing a chocolate muffin's fat content by replacing part of the oil ingredient (25, 50 and 75 per cent) with soluble cocoa fibre. (foodnavigator.com)
  • The study shows the addition of soluble cocoa fibre as a fat replacer gives muffins a more tender and crumbly feel, with a more compact and less aerated crumb. (foodnavigator.com)
  • Fat replacement muffins were also found to have a lower staling rate, with the hardness of the control tripling over 28 days whilst much lower values were seen in the soluble cocoa fibre samples. (foodnavigator.com)
  • The study reveals several advantages to adding soluble cocoa fibre to muffins, such as higher moisture, a more tender and crumbly texture, and reduced the signs of hardening during storage. (foodnavigator.com)
  • For example, oats and barley contain a special type of fibre called beta-glucan, which has been shown in numerous human studies to fight heart disease and diabetes. (petcurean.com)
  • Beta glucan is a soluble fibre, found in the cellular wall of baker's yeast. (beveragedaily.com)
  • The National Cholesterol Education Program recommends adults consume 10-25 grams of soluble fiber per day. (downtoearth.org)
  • A bowl of oatmeal (3/4 cup) contains 3 grams of soluble fiber and is an excellent choice to help you reach your daily soluble fiber goals. (downtoearth.org)
  • According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), consuming three grams of soluble fiber daily helps lower your risk of heart disease by lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels. (naturalnews.com)
  • A 100-gram serving of oats contains about 2.5 grams to 8.5 grams of beta-glucan, while a cup of cooked oats can provide as much as one gram to 3.4 grams of soluble fiber. (naturalnews.com)
  • Five to 10 grams of soluble fiber a day decreases LDL cholesterol by about 5 percent. (healthcastle.com)
  • One bowl of oatmeal contains about 3 grams of soluble fiber. (healthcastle.com)
  • From a specific kind of soluble fiber to antioxidants, here are the health benefits of oatmeal you can expect to enjoy when you add this grain to your menu rotation. (popsugar.com)
  • Oatmeal boasts a really high amount of soluble fiber, particularly beta-glucan. (popsugar.com)
  • Maybe mushrooms won't make you live forever, but most varieties are rich in antioxidants and beta- glucan -- the same cholesterol-controlling substance in oatmeal but without oatmeal's glueyness. (wordnik.com)
  • In recent years Oatmeal market has flourished despite of slow growth of breakfast cereal industry, due its health benefits such as high fiber and beta-glucan content and no cholesterol. (openpr.com)
  • Oatmeal is a good source of a type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan. (downtoearth.org)
  • Oatmeal and oat bran are rich in soluble fiber, a type of fiber which lowers the bad Low Density Lipoprotein or LDL cholesterol without lowering the good High Density Lipoprotein or HDL cholesterol. (healthcastle.com)
  • Oatmeal is a great source of soluble fiber (beta-glucans), as well as other nutrients. (grainmillers.com)
  • Consuming just 3 grams of soluble oat fiber per day (in just one bowl of oatmeal) may lower total cholesterol and decrease your risk of heart disease and stroke, according to the FDA . (grainmillers.com)
  • β-glucans were first discovered in lichens, and shortly thereafter in barley. (wikipedia.org)
  • Cereal β-glucans - including β-glucan from oat, barley and wheat - are linear polysaccharides joined by 1,3 and 1,4 carbon linkages. (wikipedia.org)
  • In oats, β-glucan is found mainly in the endosperm of the oat kernel, especially in the outer layers of that endosperm (a marked difference from barley, which contains β-glucan uniformly throughout the endosperm). (wikipedia.org)
  • Aktivated Barley is the slowest burning complex carbohydrate known to man with the highest amount of convertible beta glucan , which is a soluble fiber. (wordnik.com)
  • Beta-glucan , for instance, is a soluble fiber found in oats and barley. (science20.com)
  • For those with a healthy immune system following a gluten-free diet, an immune support pill with beta-glucan is a great idea, as they can't eat wheat, barley, or rye. (agapepress.org)
  • Include other soluble-fiber-rich foods such as psyllium, apples, kidney beans, pears and barley. (healthcastle.com)
  • Barley presenting high β-Glucan content demands longer germination time at malting. (scielo.br)
  • Thefore, the total or partial replacement of malt by unmalted barley can affect the brewing process due the insufficient action of β-Glucanases and high β-Glucan content [9,15]. (scielo.br)
  • Dietary fiber that can be declared on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts labels includes certain naturally occurring fibers that are "intrinsic and intact" in plants, and added isolated or synthetic non-digestible soluble and insoluble carbohydrates that FDA has determined have beneficial physiological effects to human health. (fda.gov)
  • Nutrition research has indicated that soluble fibers such as ß-glucan from cereal grains contribute great benefits to healthy foods. (usda.gov)
  • We usually hear about insoluble fibers when talking about fiber because it's important for maintaining good bowel habits, but soluble fiber is just as important for your overall health - including your immune system health. (agapepress.org)
  • Fibers like beta-glucan ensure that you digest your food slowly, which prevents large blood sugar spikes and regulates insulin levels better. (agapepress.org)
  • Most oats contain 3-6% β-glucan by weight. (wikipedia.org)
  • In addition to providing vitamins and minerals, oats contain a form of soluble fiber called beta- glucan . (wordnik.com)
  • Due to their property to lower serum total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and potentially reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, oat β-glucans have been assigned a qualified health claim by the European Food Safety Authority and the US Food and Drug Administration. (wikipedia.org)
  • A public interest in oat β-glucan arose after its cholesterol lowering effect was reported in 1984. (wikipedia.org)
  • In 1997, after reviewing 33 clinical studies performed over the previous decades, the FDA approved the claim that intake of at least 3 g of β-glucan from oats per day "as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease. (wikipedia.org)
  • A more viscous internal β-glucan solution generally leads to beneficial physiological effects - including a more pronounced hypoglycemic effect and lowered cholesterol levels, and a decrease in postprandial blood glucose levels. (wikipedia.org)
  • In 1997, the FDA recognized the cholesterol lowering effect of oat β-glucan. (wikipedia.org)
  • In Europe, several health claim requests were submitted to the EFSA NDA Panel (Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies), related to the role of β-glucans in maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations and maintenance or achievement of a normal body weight. (wikipedia.org)
  • Contain beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that helps lower cholesterol. (healthline.com)
  • A 2017 study indicated that beta-glucan in oats helps lower cholesterol and the risk of diabetes . (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • PromOat Beta Glucan is rich in soluble oat beta-glucan fiber, proven to actively lower blood cholesterol , thereby giving food manufacturers access to authorized heart health claims in many countries around the world. (nutraingredients.com)
  • The EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) and the EU approved the article 14 claim which states: "Oat beta-glucan has been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. (nutraingredients.com)
  • Beta glucan research links it to a stronger immune system, as well as improved blood sugar and lowered cholesterol. (beveragedaily.com)
  • This type of soluble fiber lowers LDL and total cholesterol by forming a gel-like solution that reduces absorption of cholesterol from the intestines. (downtoearth.org)
  • Beta-glucan, the main dietary fiber found in oats, is a soluble fiber known for its ability to help reduce cholesterol levels. (naturalnews.com)
  • Oats are rich in complex carbohydrates, protein and dietary fiber , as well as many vitamins, minerals and biologically active compounds, such as beta-glucans and avenanthramides. (livescience.com)
  • Effective production of biologically active water-soluble ß-1,3-glucan by a coupled system of Agrobacterium sp. (bvsalud.org)
  • Beta-glucans is a fraction of dietary fiber that has been shown to improve multiple cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and metabolic health indicators, as described in a review published in Nutrition Reviews . (livescience.com)
  • Oats have long been recognized as a healthy food because of their high-quality protein and high level of water soluble dietary fiber (beta-glucan). (usda.gov)
  • Beta- glucan , which is a type of soluble fiber, is found in whole grains. (wordnik.com)
  • In short, beta-glucan is a soluble fiber found in certain types of grains. (agapepress.org)
  • Beta-glucan is exclusively produced by grains and mushrooms, meaning that you need to eat plenty of whole grains in order to enjoy the full benefit of this form of fiber. (agapepress.org)
  • It's important to note that like many other nutrients, beta-glucan is often damaged or removed by heavy processing, so the less processed your grains, the more likely you are to get enough fiber. (agapepress.org)
  • After joining Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in 1969, Peter J Wood played an instrumental role in isolating and characterizing the structure and bioactive properties of oat β-glucan. (wikipedia.org)
  • These tiny seeds, derived from the plant Salvia hispanica, are rich in soluble and insoluble fiber, promoting a feeling of fullness and aiding in digestion. (yahoo.com)
  • In addition to standard oat beta-glucan, PromOat® is also available as PromOat® Instant. (cambridgecommodities.com)
  • Tate & Lyle uses a patented manufacturing process, without the use of chemicals or solvents, to convert local Swedish oats into ingredients such as PromOat Beta Glucan and PrOatein Oat Protein, which are used in food and beverages including breakfast cereals, smoothies, baked goods, bars and sports shakes. (nutraingredients.com)
  • PromOat is soluble, and can act as a texturant and mouthfeel enhancer in a variety of foods and beverages. (nutraingredients.com)
  • PromOat Beta Glucan can also be used as a thickener and stabilizer to create 'reduced-fat' milk drinks that offers the creamy mouthfeel usually associated with full-fat beverages. (nutraingredients.com)
  • The lower the trimer-tetramer ratio, the higher the β-glucan viscosity in solution. (wikipedia.org)
  • Viscosity built up much faster and higher at 40 degrees C than at 20 degrees C or 30 C. Oat flour slurry viscosity was correlated with 1-3), (1-4)-beta-D-glucan concentration in the oats flours. (usda.gov)
  • The high β-Glucan content increases wort viscosity, which causes reduced filtration and unwanted beer turbidity [16,17]. (scielo.br)
  • Oat beta glucan can help maintain healthy blood glucose levels and healthy digestion, and research indicates that it may help consumers manage weight by providing a feeling of fullness after meals. (nutraingredients.com)
  • The enzyme hydrolyzes β-glucans (oligosaccharides of three and four glucose units). (aogubio.com)
  • The soluble fiber mixes with water to slow digestion and glucose absorption and increase satiety, which is why you can't eat as much. (endlesssimmer.com)
  • Aside from promoting regular bowel movements, the beta-glucan content of oats can also help fight colon cancer. (naturalnews.com)
  • Rich in soluble fiber, particularly beta-glucans, oats offer several health benefits. (yahoo.com)
  • You likely know that fiber is important to your digestive health, but you might not be aware that there are actually two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. (agapepress.org)
  • In 1997, the FDA authorized a heart disease risk reduction health claim for beta-glucan soluble fiber from oat products. (healthcastle.com)
  • Beta-glucans are a type of soluble fiber found in mushrooms that have been shown to support the immune system. (bacchusgamma.org)
  • Research shows this soluble fiber slow digestions, which aids in the absorption of nutrients while increasing satiety, she says. (popsugar.com)
  • The commercial enzyme addition in BRS-Caue and Elis (64 h), at concentration 25 and 50 mg.kg -1 , resulted in wort presenting proper β-Glucan content (≤ 178 mg.L -1 ). (scielo.br)
  • NMR indicated the presence of water-soluble α- and β-glucans and fucomannogalactans. (nih.gov)
  • Oat β-glucans are water-soluble β-glucans derived from the endosperm of oat kernels known for their dietary contribution as components of soluble fiber. (wikipedia.org)
  • I used hydrolyzed oat powder because it is very water soluble. (sagescript.com)
  • PHYSICALPROPERTIES Light brown, free-flowing powder, easily soluble in water, without pungent odor and taste. (aogubio.com)
  • Since beta-glucan is a soluble fiber, it can boost your digestive system and add bulk to your stools. (naturalnews.com)
  • Shitake contains a glucan called AHCC Active Hexose Correlated Compound and is widely used in alternative and complementary treatment of cancer in Japan due to its immune-enhancing functions. (wordnik.com)
  • How Does Beta-Glucan Help The Immune System? (agapepress.org)
  • We just spoke about some of the other benefits of beta-glucan, but it's essential for the immune system too. (agapepress.org)
  • The beta-glucan in oats also helps strengthen the immune system so it can fight off different bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses. (naturalnews.com)
  • Beta-glucan may also be beneficial in pet foods to help support a healthy weight. (petcurean.com)
  • A 100% soluble oat beta-glucan that has been specifically developed for applications such as powder blends and beverages. (cambridgecommodities.com)
  • The majority of cereal β-glucan bonds consist of 3 or 4 beta-1,4 glycosidic bonds (trimers and tetramers) interconnected by 1,3 linkages. (wikipedia.org)
  • Through wet milling, sieving, and solvent-extraction, oat beta-glucans can achieve up to 95% extraction purity. (wikipedia.org)
  • It's also abundant in Beta-glucan, a soluble fiber. (chicagosfoodbank.org)
  • The facility also produces Avenacare Oat Beta Glucan for use in the personal care and cosmetics industries. (nutraingredients.com)
  • Tate & Lyle notes that manufacturers can help consumers by simply adding oat beta glucan to their products. (nutraingredients.com)
  • One of them is a little-discussed fiber that is often overlooked by laypeople: beta-glucan. (agapepress.org)
  • What Is Beta-Glucan? (agapepress.org)
  • Why Should You Consider Taking A Supplement With Beta-Glucan? (agapepress.org)
  • after all, you're likely getting enough beta-glucan already. (agapepress.org)
  • This might be true, but it can be difficult to determine exactly how much beta-glucan you're actually getting from your foods, and there is also no predetermined daily requirement for this particular fiber. (agapepress.org)
  • It takes the SuperLiquid and combines it with beta glucan, which is extracted from baker's yeast. (beveragedaily.com)
  • Beta-glucan can help with appetite control by increasing the levels of a hormone that reduces appetite. (naturalnews.com)
  • Soluble Beta-Glucans stimulates skin to form healthy connective tissue over time. (exit15.com)
  • Glucan 1,3-beta-glucosidase (EC 2.4.1. (weizmann.ac.il)
  • Oat β-glucans can form into a random coil structure and flow with Newtonian behaviour until they reach a critical concentration at which point they become pseudoplastic. (wikipedia.org)
  • however, oat β-glucans do become insoluble above a certain concentration. (wikipedia.org)
  • The β-Glucans content has straight influence on the quality of malt and beer, mainly during the filtration step. (scielo.br)
  • Thus, one of the requests from brewers is malt with β-Glucans content lower than 178 mg.L -1 [ 18 18 European Brewery Convention. (scielo.br)
  • In the diet, β-glucans are a source of soluble, fermentable fiber - also called prebiotic fiber - which provides a substrate for microbiota within the large intestine, increasing fecal bulk and producing short-chain fatty acids as byproducts with wide-ranging physiological activities. (wikipedia.org)
  • Oats are a good source of soluble fiber. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • β-glucan extraction from oat can be difficult due to tendency of depolymerization - which often occurs in high pH. (wikipedia.org)
  • C-trim is a healthy food product containing the dietary of soluble fiber ß-glucan. (usda.gov)
  • Fortunately, these risk factors can be decreased by eating a healthy diet containing soluble fiber. (downtoearth.org)
  • Food and industrial starch supplier Penford Food Ingredients has launched its newest potato-based soluble fiber, PenFibe RO, for calorie reduction, fiber enrichment and partial sugar replacement. (foodnavigator-usa.com)