Carrageenans
Also known as: Carageenan; Carrageen; Carrageenin; Carragheen; Irish Moss Extract
Description
Carrageenans are a group of Galactosan Polysaccharides comprised of linked chains of Galactose - Sulfur is also a component of all Carrageenans. The molecular structure of Carrageenans resembles that of Agar.
Health Benefits of Carrageenans
Immune System
Carrageenans may prevent Chlamydia trachomatis infection. [1]
Carrageenans may inhibit various types of Viruses (by becoming internalized into infected Cells and inhibiting fusion between infected Cells): [2]
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