The International Alliance of Dietary/Food Supplement Associations (IADSA) has released a new Mind the Gap resource titled "Fighting Fit: Building Resilience Through Nutrition". In it are key findings developed by IADSA on the topic of resilience and the role immune health plays into building this. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) European policy framework, building resistance is "a key factor in protecting and promoting health and well-being." And the COVID-19 pandemic has … [Read more...] about Immune health through nutrition key to resilience, IADSA report says
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Beta glucans showcase different structural patterns, according to research
A study was published on the peer-reviewed scientific journal Food Chemistry that took a look at samples of yeast beta glucans. It revealed that beta glucans each have a unique chemical structure, which depends on a couple of factors. The difference is attributed to the source or type of yeast strain and how they are isolated, processed and purified. Further, due to the difference in structures, not all types can positively affect the immune system. Beta glucans are soluble dietary fibers … [Read more...] about Beta glucans showcase different structural patterns, according to research