Yeast beta glucans have been found to have beneficial effects on the human immune system and recently it has been shown that recognition of these glucans extends to skin fibroblasts, suggesting that the skin may also benefit from topical application of these glucans.

These glucans are similar to those in Maitake mushroom, but different from oat beta glucans. The difference is in the way the sugar subunits are linked to each other, changing the tridimensional structure and affecting the way they relate to the immune system, which recognizes shape.

The cell wall of yeast is very complex , with a structure that is still being studied and seems to include beta(1--> 3)-glucan, beta(1--> 6)-glucan, chitin, and mannoprotein.

Apparently, the stimulating effect of these carbohydrates is not acquired through encounters with pathogens the way we acquire immunity to most microorganisms, but is innate, i.e. present in our genetic make-up. When we come in contact with these very special carbohydrates, our immune system seems to activate so that, when we come in contact with a pathogen, we are better able to deal with it and stop an infection. Apparently, this response may also prepare us to stop our own "gone bad" cells, those that have lost the capacity to control cell division and have become cancer cells.

Add 2.9 grams (1 Teaspoon) to 4 oz of Canvas Base Cream, European Cream, or our Sea Kelp Ultramarine. Apply the mixture once or twice a day.

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• Author: Jonatan
  I want to add, this is one of my favs and I always have some in my stash. In the future, just add a few drops of liquid at a time to make a paste....and then thin it out slowly, adding a littleliquid at a time,stirring stirring all the while until you get to your desired consistency. You will still, most likely, have some really small lumps in there, but it will be alright. Let it sit a while or over night and give it a good stir every now and then. I am in love with this stuff and it goes in most everything I mix up.