
Arabinogalactan, or AG, is a fermentable fiber
found in high concentrations in North American larch trees. It is also the
active constituent of echinacea. AG has demonstrated the ability to activate
immune cells involved with the body's first line of defense and to promote
cytokine production, the communication and signaling compounds of immune cells.
Antioxidants, such as vitamin C, may enhance arabinogalactan activity.* Immune Support: Research conducted at the
University of Minnesota revealed that AG stimulated immune cells with a higher
capacity than echinacea. In several university studies at major U.S.
institutions, AG promoted immune cell function in humans. A recent, randomized
4-week trial in healthy adults showed that AG also potentiates the complement
system, another mechanism of defense in the body.* Support For Healthy Microflora Levels:
Animal and human studies also indicate that AG supports a healthy environment
for the colon. In the colon, AG enhances the growth of the friendly microflora
lactobacillus and bifidobacteria.* Arabinogalactan is sourced from North American
larch tree extract. Vitamin C (ascorbyl palmitate) is derived from corn dextrose
fermentation and palm oil. Pure Encapsulations recommends 3 capsules per day,
in divided doses, between meals. At this time, there are no known side effects or
precautions. If pregnant or lactating, consult your physician before taking this
product. At this time, there are no known adverse reactions
when taken in conjunction with medications. Hauer J, Anderer FA. Mechanism of stimulation of human
natural killer cytotoxicity by arabinogalactan from Larix occidentalis.
Cancer Immunol Immunother 1993;36(4):237-44. Beuth J et al. Inhibition of liver tumor cell colonization
in two animal tumor models by lectin blocking with D-galactose or
arabinogalactan. Clin Exp Metastasis 1988 Mar-Apr;6(2):115-20. Crociani F, Alessandrini A, Mucci MM, Biavati B. Degradation
of complex carbohydrates by Bifidobacterium spp. Int J Food Microbiol 1994
Dec;24(1- 2):199-210. Vince AJ, McNeil NI, Wager JD, Wrong OM. The effect of
lactulose, pectin, arabinogalactan and cellulose on the production of
organic acids and metabolism of ammonia by intestinal bacteria in a faecal
incubation system. Br J Nutr 1990 Jan;63(1):17-26. Healthnotes Clinical Essentials. Copyright 2004. Healthnotes,
Inc.
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References:
each vegetable capsule contains:
arabinogalactan (Larix spp.) extract
500 mg.
vitamin C (as ascorbyl palmitate)
3 capsules per day, in divided doses, between meals.
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