Beta-Glucans Industry - Nutritional and Market Insights

1 Introduction
1.1 Report Description
1.1.1 Why a report on Beta-Glucans?
1.1.2 Scope of the Report
1.2 Research Methodology
1.2.1 Secondary Research
1.2.2 Primary Research
2 Executive Summary
2.1 Sources and Characteristics
2.2 Health Benefits
2.3 Uses and Applications
2.4 Regulations
3 Description of Beta-Glucans
3.1 What are Beta-Glucans?
3.1.1 Origin, Structure, and Varieties
3.1.2 Biological Activity of Beta-Glucans
3.2 Sources of Beta-Glucans?
3.2.1 Whole Grains (Oat, Barley)
3.2.2 Mushrooms (Shiitake, Maitake, Reishi)
3.2.3 Baker’s Yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisae)
3.2.4 Others (Fruits, Algae, Seaweed)
3.3 How Beta-Glucans Work?
3.3.1 Three Grams of Oat Fiber May Reduce Cholesterol Levels By 23%
3.3.2 RDI Levels of Total Fiber for Men and Women
4 Uses and Applications of Beta-Glucans
4.1 Food and Beverage Industry
4.1.1 Dietary Supplements
4.1.2 Personal Care and Cosmetics
4.1.3 Others
4.2 Regulatory Status of Beta-Glucans
4.2.1 European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
4.2.2 Food and Drug Association (FDA)
4.2.3 Other Associations
5 Consumer Benefits
5.1 Heart Health, Blood Pressure, and Cholesterol Reduction
5.1.1 Daily Consumption Is Associated With 7% Cholesterol Reductions
5.2 Reduce Blood Sugar Levels
5.2.1 Protects Against Diabetes-Complications by Controlling Blood Sugar
5.3 Mounting Support to Prevent Cancer
5.3.1 Beta-Glucans Activate T-Cells and Natural Killer Cells
5.4 Boosting Immunity against Infections
5.4.1 Beta-Glucan Natural Immunity Booster
6 Supply Overview
6.1 Raw Materials and Ingredient Manufacturing
6.1.1 Isolation Methods
6.1.2 Isolation from Oats
6.1.3 Isolation from Yeast
6.2 Ingredient Suppliers
6.2.1 Beta-Glucan Suppliers are Concentrated in North America and Europe
6.2.2 Low Purity and Low Priced Beta-Glucans Are Invading the Market
6.3 Recent Industry Events
6.3.1 Europe
6.3.2 North America
6.4 Consumer Product Manufacturers
6.5 Demand Is Rising In Europe Due To Health Claims
6.5.1 Beta-Glucan has Clean Label Potential
6.5.2 Oat and Barley Beta-Glucan Used In Various Food and Drink Products
6.6 Strong Potential in Functional and Fortified Products Category
6.6.1 Sales Have More Than Doubled in the Last Three Years
6.7 Cases
6.7.1 Breakfast Cereals
6.7.2 Snacks
6.7.3 Bakery
6.7.4 Dairy
6.7.5 Beverages
6.7.6 Dietary Supplements
6.8 Patents
7 Appendix
7.1 About Canadean
7.2 Disclaimer

List Of Tables
Table 1: Sources and Health Benefits of Different Beta-Glucans
Table 2: RDI Levels of Total Fiber and Beta-Glucan for Men and Women
Table 3: Alphabetically Order: Beta-Glucan Suppliers, Headquarters, and Raw Materials
Table 4: Summary of UK Products with Beta-Glucan and Health Claims

List Of Figures
Figure 1: Scope of the Report
Figure 2: Origin and Characteristics of Beta-Glucans
Figure 3: Beta-Glucans Market Outlook
Figure 4: Industry Suggested Health Benefits of Beta-Glucan Types
Figure 5: Top 15 Beta-Glucan Ingredients with the Highest Score
Figure 6: Top 12 Highly Scored Beta-Glucan Molecules
Figure 7: Isolation Process of Beta-Glucan from Oats
Figure 8: Isolation Process of Beta-Glucan from Yeast
Figure 9: Major Beta-Glucan Manufacturers’ Geographical Presence
Figure 10: Typical End-Use Sectors of Beta-Glucans
Figure 11: Global Beta-Glucan Patents by Region, 2003 to 2013

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