Clinical and Physiological Perspectives of β-Glucans: The Past, Present, and Future.

Abstract in brief

• Glucans are natural fibers with proven health benefits, including fighting tumors, reducing inflammation, and boosting the immune system, and are safe to consume as part of a daily diet or supplement.
• The effectiveness of glucans has been confirmed through laboratory experiments, animal studies, and human clinical trials, but overall research on their full physiological impacts is limited.
• This review compares various biological activities of glucans based on existing in vitro and animal studies, highlighting their potential clinical importance and the need for further research.]