FDA finalizes betafiber heart health claim
By Lorraine Heller
19-Aug-2008 - Cargill’s barley beta concentrate has received a heart health claim go-ahead, following the publication last week of a final ruling from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). (CLICK LINK FOR BRIEF REPORT)


OUR COMMENTS in BRIEF


Barley derived Beta Glucan is good for the heart. It has cholesterol lowering properties.
Not all Beta Glucan’s sold on shops like this derive from Barley Yeast. Most derive from Soya.
Please purchase “Better Immunity” Beta Glucan as it is Barley derived and has proven that it may be also help build up the immune system. Although it may not be as strong as AHCC (mushroom derived Beta Glucan) it is stronger than Soya based.


Heart health claim

In order to qualify for the FDA-approved heart health claim, foods must contain a minimum of
0.75g beta-glucan soluble fiber per serving. Our Beta Glucan is 200 mg per capsule. Taking 2 - 4 capsules a day will help the immune system fight things like colds. Taking just one a day is according to the FDA enough to help with the heart. It is recommended to take 2 a day.

Beta Glucan capsules can be opened and added to soups and beverages so as to get this important natural food supplement into kids. .

 

 

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