Rebelling against the (Insulin) Resistance: A Review of the Proposed Insulin-Sensitizing Actions of Soybeans, Chickpeas, and Their Bioactive Compounds

Insulin resistance is a major risk factor for diseases such as type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Current methods for management of insulin resistance include pharmacological therapies and lifestyle modifications. Several clinical studies have shown that leguminous plants such as soybeans and p...

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Main Authors: Jaime L. Clark, Carla G. Taylor, Peter Zahradka
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-03-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/4/434