Keyword: blood glucose
Investigating the potential of avenanthramides on glycemic control – a novel marketable attribute for Manitoban oats
In the current project, we explored the effects of avenanthramides (AV), a unique polyphenol present in oats on glucose release and transport using well established molecular biochemistry tools Secondly, we investigated the effect of different processing techniques on the bio-accessibility of AV…Read More
Health and performance benefits of a pulse-based diet for soccer players during regular season play
Foods containing pulses (ie lentils, peas, beans, chickpeas) are digested slowly and result in a slow, sustained rise in blood sugar levels, which has the benefit of providing muscle with a prolonged source of energy Pulse-based foods therefore have potential to improve endurance exercise…Read More