Beta-glucan

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  1. 1
    A group of polysaccharides naturally occurring in the cell walls of cereals, bacteria, and fungi.

    "Similar to grains, oats are well-known for their dietary content, beta-glucan in this case. Beta-glucan is a type of fiber, unique to oats that can help reduce levels of bad cholesterol in the body."

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"Similar to grains, oats are well-known for their dietary content, beta-glucan in this case. Beta-glucan is a type of fiber, unique to oats that can help reduce levels of bad cholesterol in the body."

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