Betaglucare

Betaglucare is a food based on organic oats that has a cholesterol-lowering effect.

According to the manufacturer, Betaglucare can also lower the body's blood sugar levels, but this effect has not been approved by any health authorities and the product must therefore not be claimed with this property.

The positive health benefits of beta-glucans and Betaglucare have been documented in numerous scientific studies.

Beta-glucans are the secret

Betaglucare is rich in beta-glucans, which are soluble fibres found mainly in organic oats. The health effects of beta-glucans have been investigated in many scientific studies.

Beta-glucans are a type of polysaccharide, which are long chains of sugar molecules that are commonly found in the cell walls of bacteria, fungi, yeasts, algae, lichens, plants (such as oats and barley), and some types of grains like oats and barley. These polysaccharides are composed of glucose molecules linked together in a specific pattern.

There are several types of beta-glucans, categorized based on their molecular structure and the source from which they are derived. The most common types include β-(1,3)-D-glucans, β-(1,4)-D-glucans, and β-(1,6)-D-glucans.

Beta-glucans have attracted significant attention due to their potential health benefits. They are known for their immunomodulatory properties, meaning they can help regulate the immune system's response. Studies have shown that beta-glucans can enhance the activity of certain immune cells, such as macrophages, natural killer cells, and neutrophils, which play crucial roles in defending the body against infections and diseases.

Furthermore, beta-glucans have been associated with various other health benefits, including:

Lowering cholesterol levels: Some studies suggest that beta-glucans can help reduce levels of LDL cholesterol (often referred to as “bad” cholesterol) in the blood, thereby potentially reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Modulating blood sugar levels: Beta-glucans may help improve insulin sensitivity and regulate blood sugar levels, which can be beneficial for individuals with diabetes or those at risk of developing the condition.
Supporting gut health: Beta-glucans may act as prebiotics, providing nourishment for beneficial gut bacteria and promoting a healthy gut microbiota composition.
Enhancing wound healing: Some research suggests that beta-glucans applied topically or ingested orally may promote wound healing by stimulating immune responses and accelerating tissue repair processes.
Supporting weight management: Beta-glucans may help promote feelings of fullness and satiety, potentially aiding in weight management efforts.

Overall, beta-glucans are versatile molecules with various potential health benefits, making them an area of interest for research in fields such as immunology, nutrition, and medicine. However, more studies are needed to fully understand their mechanisms of action and optimal dosages for different health conditions.

How does Betaglucare work?

There are three reasons why Betaglucare has a positive effect on health; quantity, quality and dissolution. When these three factors are combined in the right way, good gel formation in the intestines is achieved, which is important for a healthy gastrointestinal system and ultimately cholesterol in the body. We will go through the three factors in the following:

Quantity: The recommended daily amount of beta-glucans is 3 grams per day, which is exactly the same as one serving of Betaglucare.

Quality: The beta-glucans in Betaglucare have a high molecular weight of over 2200 kDa. A high molecular weight is important for good gel formation.

Solubility: High solubility means that a large amount of beta-glucans can form a gel in the gastrointestinal system, which is necessary to achieve the positive effect on cholesterol. Betaglucare has a solubility of over 70%, where oatmeal, for example, has a solubility of 30 – 40%. In practice, this means that oatmeal forms less gel than Beta-glucan.

Betaglucare forms a viscous gel in the stomach that binds bile acid (bile acid is made up of cholesterol, among other things) and passes it on its natural pathway through the digestive system. The body then needs to produce more bile acid, for which it needs cholesterol from the blood. This achieves the cholesterol-lowering effect, where the blood's content of “bad” LDL cholesterol decreases.

How do you eat Betaglucare?

Betaglucare is available as a powder and as a breakfast cereal (small heart-shaped cereals).

Betaglucare should be taken once a day, as a meal on its own or as a supplement to a meal (if you are used to eating a large breakfast, one portion of Betaglucare is not sufficiently filling).

Betaglucare is ideal to take in the morning, but there's nothing to stop you from taking it at other times of the day. The flavour is neutral, so it can easily be combined with any meal. Betaglucare can be eaten with water, milk, yoghurt, etc.

If you are not used to eating fibre, Betaglucare may initially cause stomach upset. If this is the case, it is recommended that you halve your portions until your stomach gets used to the fibre intake. After that, you should increase to your normal portion size.

Always remember to drink plenty of fluids (preferably water) when consuming Betaglucare.

When can you feel the effect?

Man kan normalt se effekten på kolesteroltallet efter 2 – 3 måneders regelmæssigt indtag af Betaglucare.

According to the manufacturer, you may also experience the following immediately after taking Betaglucare:

A stabilisation of blood sugar levels
A reduced craving for sweets (as a result of the stabilisation of blood sugar levels)

According to the manufacturer, Betaglucare can lower:

LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol by around 10 per cent
Blood sugar levels by up to 36%.
Insulin secretion by up to 44%.

Can Betaglucare be used by everyone?

Betaglucare is 100% natural and is classified as a food. In Sweden, Betaglucare is sold in all pharmacies and health food stores and is recommended by many healthcare professionals.

If you want to use Betaglucare as part of the treatment of high cholesterol or diabetes, you should inform your doctor.

Betaglucare contains gluten and is therefore unsuitable for people with gluten allergies.

Betaglucare does not cause any side effects and has no known drug interactions.

Nutritional information

Here you can see the nutritional content of Betaglucare:

Betaglucare	25 g	100 g
Energy kj/kcal	294/69,75	1176/279
Protein	4,25	17,00
Carbohydrates	10,50	42,20
– Fructose	0,73	2,92
Fat	0,85	3,40
– Saturated fat	0,17	0,68
Fibres	6,60	26,40
– Betaglucan	3,00	12,00
Sodium	0	0

All values in the table above are given in grams – with the exception of Energy, which is given in kj/kcal.

Sources

In addition to the sources linked directly in the text, the information in this article comes from the manufacturer's website: Prorsum Healthcare AB, Sweden.