Beta-Glucan for Lactation Support: A Natural Way to Boost Milk Supply

Galyna Vasylieva
September 10, 2025
5
min read

In the tender weeks after birth, your body gives endlessly — and still carries all the wisdom it needs. Sometimes, it just needs a gentle reminder.

 

That reminder can come from beta-glucan from barley malt: a natural compound that helps milk flow more freely, supports balance in the postpartum season, and gives mothers the confidence that their bodies can do what they were designed to do.

 

What makes beta-glucan unique

 

Beta-glucan is a soluble fiber found in barley and oats. It works with the body, softly guiding the natural rhythm of lactation.

 

Science shows it can:

           •           Encourage prolactin, the hormone that signals milk production.

           •           Calm inflammation, which can interfere with milk flow after birth.

           •           Support immune balance, helping the body feel steadier during recovery.

 

It’s about gently reminding your body of what it already knows: how to open, how to nourish, how to flow.

 

Evidence that matters to mothers

 

Clinical research shows that beta-glucan can be as effective as prescription galactagogues like metoclopramide — but without the side effects that often make mothers hesitant: no dizziness, no nausea, no changes in mood.

 

In one study of 128 women with low milk supply, just 14 days of barley malt intake led to remarkable outcomes:

           •           95% of mothers noticed improved lactation.

           •           Babies gained an average of 35.8g/day (above the normal 26–31 g/day).

           •           Expressed milk volume increased 2.4times.

           •           Formula use dropped 2.6 times.

Reference: Nehring-Gugulska M, Wietrak E, KuciaM. Midwife Science and Practice, 2015.

 

For a mother, these aren’t just numbers. They mean fuller feeds, less worry, and more confidence in the body’s ability to provide.

 

Why we include it in LET IT FLOW

 

At AURA, every ingredient is chosen with care and intention. Beta-glucan from barley malt is:

           •           Food-based — something the body recognizes and welcomes.

           •           Science-backed — proven in clinical and laboratory studies.

           •           Gentle — restoring balance without overstimulation.

           •           Safe — free from stimulants or hormonal overrides.

 

Beta-glucan is at the heart of LET IT FLOW — a formulation designed to work in harmony with your body’s natural rhythm.

 

In those early weeks, every mother wants reassurance that her body can rise to the moment. Beta-glucan helps make that possible — supporting steady milk flow when it matters most.

 

Discover it here LETIT FLOW