beta-glucan
noun
beta-glu·can
ˈbā-tə-ˈglü-ˌkan 
-kən
: any of several polysaccharides consisting of glucose units and including one found in endosperm cell walls of cereal grains (such as barley and oats)
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The fast-absorbing cream is formulated with beta-glucan, a humectant that delivers 20 percent more moisture retention than hyaluronic acid.
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Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026
Oats are rich in a type of fiber called beta-glucan.
—Carrie Madormo, Health, 3 Mar. 2026
One big reason is that oats themselves are rich in complex carbohydrates and soluble fiber, particularly beta-glucan.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
In addition to protein and fiber, oat bread contains beta-glucan, a soluble fiber naturally found in oats, barley, and rye.
—Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
Barrier-supporting ceramides, beta-glucan, and humectants round things out, leaving skin hydrated, clear, and balanced all over.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 15 Feb. 2026
Thanks to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds, including beta-glucans linked to lower LDL cholesterol and ergothioneine associated with cardiometabolic protection, mushrooms may help reduce cardiovascular risk and support overall heart health.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 13 Feb. 2026
Improve Gut Health Oats are a source of insoluble and soluble fiber, like beta-glucan, a component of nutrient-rich complex carbohydrates.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 18 Jan. 2026
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Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 3 Mar. 2026
Oats are rich in a type of fiber called beta-glucan.
—Carrie Madormo, Health, 3 Mar. 2026
One big reason is that oats themselves are rich in complex carbohydrates and soluble fiber, particularly beta-glucan.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
In addition to protein and fiber, oat bread contains beta-glucan, a soluble fiber naturally found in oats, barley, and rye.
—Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
Barrier-supporting ceramides, beta-glucan, and humectants round things out, leaving skin hydrated, clear, and balanced all over.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 15 Feb. 2026
Thanks to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds, including beta-glucans linked to lower LDL cholesterol and ergothioneine associated with cardiometabolic protection, mushrooms may help reduce cardiovascular risk and support overall heart health.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 13 Feb. 2026
Improve Gut Health Oats are a source of insoluble and soluble fiber, like beta-glucan, a component of nutrient-rich complex carbohydrates.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 18 Jan. 2026
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“Beta-glucan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beta-glucan. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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