: a polysaccharide (such as glycogen or cellulose) that is a polymer of glucose
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Barley Barley contains a soluble fiber called beta-D-glucan, according to Li.
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Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
Could Lower Risk of Cancer Preliminary research suggests that glucan, a complex carbohydrate found in black beans, may inhibit the growth of certain cancer cells and could be useful as an adjunct cancer treatment.
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Nancy Lebrun,
Verywell Health,
7 Feb. 2026
Fungi fossils preserved in the chert contained compounds from the breakdown of chitin and glucan, key structural molecules in fungi.
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Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
As glutathione, niacinamide, and vitamin C help brighten, ingredients like cica and beta glucan work to calm and hydrate, making this serum a well-rounded formula for any skin-care routine.
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Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
19 Nov. 2025
To soothe, hydrate, and support the skin barrier, this nourishing formula has colloidal oatmeal and beta glucan.
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Lisa Desantis,
Glamour,
6 Aug. 2025
The food can also help prevent type 2 diabetes and lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels due to the presence of beta glucan, a type of soluble dietary fiber.
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Angelica Stabile,
Fox News,
13 Jan. 2025
The formula also contains beta glucan, an antioxidant-rich humectant to encourage skin to retain moisture.
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Bea McMonagle,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
There's no actual milk in here — just ceramides (fatty acids that help the skin retain moisture), magnesium (to reduce skin inflammation), and beta glucan (a hydrator akin to hyaluronic acid).
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Megan Decker,
refinery29.com,
25 Jan. 2024
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Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
Could Lower Risk of Cancer Preliminary research suggests that glucan, a complex carbohydrate found in black beans, may inhibit the growth of certain cancer cells and could be useful as an adjunct cancer treatment.
—
Nancy Lebrun,
Verywell Health,
7 Feb. 2026
Fungi fossils preserved in the chert contained compounds from the breakdown of chitin and glucan, key structural molecules in fungi.
—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
5 Feb. 2026
As glutathione, niacinamide, and vitamin C help brighten, ingredients like cica and beta glucan work to calm and hydrate, making this serum a well-rounded formula for any skin-care routine.
—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
19 Nov. 2025
To soothe, hydrate, and support the skin barrier, this nourishing formula has colloidal oatmeal and beta glucan.
—
Lisa Desantis,
Glamour,
6 Aug. 2025
The food can also help prevent type 2 diabetes and lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels due to the presence of beta glucan, a type of soluble dietary fiber.
—
Angelica Stabile,
Fox News,
13 Jan. 2025
The formula also contains beta glucan, an antioxidant-rich humectant to encourage skin to retain moisture.
—
Bea McMonagle,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
There's no actual milk in here — just ceramides (fatty acids that help the skin retain moisture), magnesium (to reduce skin inflammation), and beta glucan (a hydrator akin to hyaluronic acid).
—
Megan Decker,
refinery29.com,
25 Jan. 2024
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“Glucan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glucan. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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