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Source of validity: Scientific
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Beta glucans are naturally occurring polysaccharides found in the cell walls of cereals, bacteria, and fungi. Their primary mechanism of action is immunomodulation—they activate macrophages, neutrophils, and natural killer (NK) cells, thereby supporting innate and adaptive immune responses. The lymphatic system is tightly linked to the immune system, particularly in the filtering of pathogens and immune cell trafficking. While beta glucans are not directly referenced in scientific literature as "lymphatic system boosters," several studies show that oral or injected beta glucans can enhance immune surveillance and pathogen clearance, functions closely related to lymphatic activity. For example, a 2014 review in Molecules highlighted beta glucans’ capacity to stimulate phagocytic cells that migrate through lymphatic vessels. Clinical trials have demonstrated improved resistance to infections and enhanced vaccine responses in subjects taking beta glucans, suggesting a generalized support of immune and lymphatic function. However, direct evidence linking beta glucans specifically to improved lymphatic drainage or lymph flow is limited. Therefore, while the use of beta glucans for "lymphatic support" is based on valid immunological mechanisms, the evidence base is moderate and largely indirect.

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