What are oligosaccharides and polysaccharides?
Oligosaccharides and polysaccharides are types of complex carbohydrates. They are very large molecules composed of different combinations of monosaccharide units (sugars). They are not simply the equivalent of consuming other complex carbohydrates such as starch, or simple sugars. This is because the complex shape and arrangement of the polyand oligo- saccharides means the molecules are able to specifically induce unique biochemical effects which enhance the immune system. CVT-E002, the active ingredient in COLD-fX, is comprised specifically of poly-furanosyl-pyranosyl-saccharides.
