Keyword: diabetes
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
Microbial modifying properties of pea seed coat and their role in improved intestinal integrity and reduced insulin resistance
The consumption of peas has been shown to improve glucose tolerance and reduce the adverse effects of type 2 diabetes, although through largely unknown mechanisms One plausible mechanism is through the modification of microbial populations and activity in the gastrointestinal tract, which can…Read More