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Meaning of beta-glucan | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

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

Examples

“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.”

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

See also

beta-glucosidase beta-hydroxyisovalerylshikonin beta-lactam beta-lactamase beta-lipoprotein beta-naphthol