You are viewing United States
PRALISUR™: Algae-sourced Immune Support for Dogs
PRALISUR is a natural* ingredient that contains more than 50% beta-1,3-glucans derived from dried algae. Beta-glucans are glucose polysaccharides naturally occurring in the cells of plants, cereals, and fungi. The beta-1,3-glucan sourced from algae has been shown to stimulate and activate the immune systems of animals.
Research on beta-glucan dates to the 1940s, and its efficacy and mechanism on the immune system has been well documented in a significant number of peer-reviewed studies. Beta-glucans have been used in livestock and aquaculture applications for many years, and can be found in a wide variety of human food and nutraceutical products for immune support.
In dogs, it has been shown that beta-1,3-glucan can:
Other potential functional benefits of beta-glucan in dogs have been demonstrated in various research publications as a supportive approach for atopic dermatitis,3 for inflammatory bowel disease4 and for steoarthritis.5
Why choose PRALISUR over other sources of beta-glucan?
Algae-sourced beta-glucans are unique in how they can support a dog’s natural defense system at the cellular level, in comparison to beta-glucan from other sources.6
Structural differences impact the function of beta-glucans in the body, as different sources have unique molecular structures. Among the various sources of beta-glucan, PRALISUR contains one of the highest concentrations of linear beta-1,3-glucan. PRALISUR is activated during the digestion process, which easily breaks down the protein-rich skin of algae to release (1,3) algae beta-glucans. After digestion, beta-1,3-glucans are absorbed in the small intestines, where they can support a healthy immune response.
The table below provides an overview on beta-glucan sources and their functions in the body.7-10
The Kemin Technical Service and Customer Laboratory Service (CLS) teams are your partners throughout the entire petfood manufacturing process. Our experienced team of scientists and ingredient specialists is ready to provide technical advice, vendor assurance and laboratory testing to meet your specifications.
Fill out the form below and a Kemin representative will be in touch shortly.
*Natural according to the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Official Publication definition of “Natural”.
References
1. Stuyven, E., et.al. 2010. Oral Administration of -1,3/1,6-Glucan to Dogs Temporally Changes Total and Antigen-Specific IgA and IgM. Clinical and Vaccine Immunology, Feb. 2010, p. 281–285
2. Kataoka, K., et. al.,2002. Activation of Macrophages by Linear (1,3)-D-Glucans. Journal of Biological Chemistry. V. 277, No. 39, Sept 27, pp. 36825–36831. http://www.jbc.org
3. Beynen, C. et. al., 2011. Dietary Beta-1,3/1,6-Glucans Reduce Clinical Signs of Canine Atopy. American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences 6 (4): 146-152.
4. Rychlik, A., Nieradka, R., Kander, M., Nowicki, M., Wdowiak, M. and Kolodziejska-Sawerska, A. 2013. The Effectiveness of Natural and Synthetic Immunomodulators in the Treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Dogs. Acta Veterinaria Hungarica. 61(3): 297-308
5. Beynen, C., et. al.,2010. Influence of Dietary Beta-1,3/1,6- Glucans on Clinical Signs of Canine Osteoarthritis in a Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences 5 (2): 97-101
6. Anderson, W., Satyaraj, E. and Kerr, W. 2008. Abstract from Nestle Purina Nutrition Forum
7. Gupta, M., Abu-Ghannam, N., & Gallaghar, E. (2010). Barley for Brewing: Characteristic Changes during Malting, Brewing and Applications of its By-Products. Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety, 9(3), 318-328.
8. H. Marchessault, R., & Deslandes, Y. (1979). Fine structure of (1→3)-β-d-glucans: curdlan and paramylon (Vol. 75).
9. Lazaridou, A., Biliaderis, C. G., Micha-Screttas, M., & Steele, B. R. (2004). A comparative study on structure–function relations of mixed-linkage (1→3), (1→4) linear β-d-glucans. Food Hydrocolloids, 18(5), 837-855.
10. Manners, D. J., Masson, A. J., & Patterson, J. C. (1973). The structure of a beta-(1 leads to 3)-D-glucan from yeast cell walls. The Biochemical journal, 135(1), 19-30.
© Kemin Industries, Inc. and its group of companies All rights reserved. ® ™ Trademarks of Kemin Industries, Inc., USA
Certain statements may not be applicable in all geographical regions. Product labeling and associated claims may differ based upon government requirements.
You are viewing United States
By browsing this site you permit us and our partners to place identification cookies on your browser and agree to our use of cookies for marketing. Review our cookies policy for details.