EAGAN, MN – November 12, 2002 – Source Naturals^®, Ltd, has selected Biopolymer Engineering, Inc. to supply the active ingredient in its new branded beta 1,3/1,6 glucan dietary supplement that will available in more than 6,000 health food stores nationwide.

Source Naturals is one of the nation’s leading dietary supplement brands, with more than 400 products. Source Naturals products reflect the latest advances in nutritional research, and utilize nutrients in their highest quality and most bioavailable forms.

Beta glucan is a complex carbohydrate that numerous studies have shown can enhance the immune system. Biopolymer Engineering’s patented beta glucan is extracted from the cell wall of Baker’s yeast and highly purified to remove potentially harmful mannoproteins.

“The importance of immune health and the science of yeast beta glucan make this an exciting new product,” said Ira Goldberg, CEO of Source Naturals. “Biopolymer Engineering’s leadership in beta glucan technology made them the obvious choice as our supplier.” 

“Source Naturals is a highly respected brand and we look forward to the opportunity to serve them,” said Richard Mueller, Biopolymer Engineering president and chief executive officer.

Source Naturals pioneered the multiple nutrients category with the introduction of Wellness Formula^®, now the industry’s most popular natural winter wellness product. Subsequently, the company has produced numerous best-selling formulas, such as Life Force™ Multiple, Mental Edge^®, Hot Flash, Élan Vitàl™, and Essential Enzymes™.

Biopolymer Engineering, Inc. is a biotechnology company that is pioneering carbohydrate solutions to improve human health. Founded in 1997 and based in Eagan, Minnesota, the company has built a strong technology platform of patented and proprietary intellectual property relating to its carbohydrate-based products. Website: www.biopolymer.com.

For more information contact:

David Walsh
Biopolymer Engineering, Inc.
Phone: 651-675-0300
dwalsh@biopolymer.com

Ru Patel
Source Naturals
Phone: 831-475-9402
RuP@thresholdent.com