SAFE
Arabinogalactan
Arabinogalactan (larch tree derived)
Likely Safe
V4 Verified
Digestive Health
About
Arabinogalactan from larch trees is a prebiotic polysaccharide that selectively feeds beneficial gut bacteria and modulates immune function. FDA GRAS status. Also stimulates NK cell activity and reduces cold/flu duration.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Selectively fermented by Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium to produce SCFAs and acetate. Stimulates NK cell activity via macrophage activation. Reduces hepatic metastasis in animal models. Immune modulation independent of gut effects.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Very safe. GRAS status in USA. GI effects at high doses. No significant drug interactions.
🏷️ Other Names
Arabinogalactan (larch tree derived)