@article{
author = "Zeković, Đorđe and Kwiatkowski, Stefan and Vrvić, Miroslav and Jakovljević, Dragica and Moran, Colm A.",
year = "2005",
abstract = "A number of polysaccharides with β-glycosidic linkage are
widespread in nature in a variety of sources. All have a common structure
and the (1→3)-β-D-glucan backbone is essential. They have attracted attention
over the years because of their bioactive and medicinal properties. In many
cases their functional role is a mystery, in others it is well established. Because
of their insoluble chemical nature, particulate (1→3)-β-D-glucans are not suitable
for many medical applications. Various methods of changing or modifying
the β-D-glucan chemical structure and transforming it to a soluble form have
been published. The β-D-glucan bioactive properties can be affected positively
or negatively by such modifications. This review examines β-glucan sources in
nature, health effects and structure-activity relationships. It presents the current
state of β-D-glucan solubilization methods and discusses their effectiveness and
application possibilities for the future.",
publisher = "England : Taylor & Francis LTD",
journal = "Critical Reviews in Biotechnology",
title = "Natural and Modified (1→3)-β-D-Glucans in Health Promotion and Disease Alleviation",
volume = "25",
pages = "205-230",
doi = "10.1080/07388550500376166"
}