date:Jul 03, 2014
Beta-glucans from barley and oats have long been linked to health benefits related to the reduction to and/or maintenance of normal cholesterol levels. Beta-glucan from oat bran has been Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2012 for use in a variety of food categories, including bars, yogurt, breakfast cereals, sauces, soups, cookies and crackers.
Any manufacturers that wish to use health claims linked to beta glucan from oat bran would have t