The ingredient – derived from the cell walls of a proprietary strain of yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) via a patented manufacturing process – is a natural carbohydrate that activates key immune cells.
“Nothing is more important than the health of children, and we are very pleased that Mead Johnson has introduced Enfagrow Premium 3 with Beta Glucan in Mexico and Enfagrow A+ and Enfakid A+ with Beta Glucan in Mexico and Thailand,” said Richard Mueller, Biothera president and chief executive officer.
The ingredient is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, non-allergenic and GMO-free, and designed for a range of functional food, beverage and supplement applications.