Beta vicianoside

PhytochemicalGlycoside

What is it

Beta-vicianosides are glycosides containing a vicianose sugar moiety, found in plants such as vetch (Vicia spp.) and other legumes. They are minor plant constituents occasionally listed on supplement labels.

Evidence for 1 use

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General plant glycoside intake

Mixed Evidence

No specific human clinical evidence for beta-vicianoside supplementation.

How it works

Vicianosides are hydrolyzed by gut microbiota into their aglycone and sugar components; the biological effect depends on the parent aglycone. Specific health effects of dietary beta-vicianosides as a class are not well characterized in humans. They are not classified as essential nutrients, vitamins, or established phytochemicals with clinical health claims.

Dosage

There is no RDA. DSLD does not provide a median dose for this entry. Supplemental dosing is generally not standardized.

When and how to take it

No established timing baseline. Follow product directions.

1 commercial form

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Plant-derived beta-vicianosides

Typically listed as a constituent of a larger botanical extract.

Hydrolyzed by gut microbiota before absorption of aglycone.

Safety

Limited safety data. Consumption from food sources is presumed safe; high-dose isolated supplementation has not been systematically studied.

Who should be cautious

Pregnancy/breastfeeding: limited data. Use of standalone vicianoside supplements is uncommon; if included in a botanical extract, follow product directions.

Interactions

No significant interactions reported.

Frequently asked questions

What plants contain beta-vicianosides?⌄

They are found in various legumes and other plants, including vetch species.

Should I supplement with them?⌄

There is no clinical reason to seek out isolated beta-vicianosides. They are not essential nutrients.

References

Beta vicianoside on NIH DSLD (US supplement label database) — NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database link

Research on Beta vicianoside (PubMed search) — PubMed link

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Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This page is educational, not a substitute for personalized medical advice. Evidence grades are AI-assisted assessments — talk to your doctor before starting any new supplement, especially if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, on medications, or managing a chronic condition.