The key to treating TB may be in a common carbohydrate. What we know so far - The Conversation

As antibiotics lose their power to treat some forms of TB, interest in the antibacterial powers of curdlan is rising.

Curdlan is a popular carbohydrate in the food industry. Its name is derived from the word curdle, and as it suggests, its widely used as a thickener and stabiliser in everything from sausages to milk… [+5551 chars]

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