A novel wheat variety with elevated content of amylose increases resistant starch formation and may beneficially influence glycaemia in healthy subjects

Previous studies indicate that elevated amylose content in products from rice, corn, and barley induce lower postprandial glycaemic responses and higher levels of resistant starch (RS). Consumption of slowly digestible carbohydrates and RS has been associated with health benefits such as decreased r...

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Main Authors: Elin Östman, Inger Björck, Domenico Lafiandra, Elinor Hallström, Francesco Sestili
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Swedish Nutrition Foundation 2011-08-01
Series:Food & Nutrition Research
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Online Access:http://www.foodandnutritionresearch.net/index.php/fnr/article/view/7074/10105