Effects of Native Banana Starch Supplementation on Body Weight and Insulin Sensitivity in Obese Type 2 Diabetics

Effects of Native Banana Starch Supplementation on Body Weight and Insulin Sensitivity in Obese Type 2 Diabetics

Few fiber supplements have been studied for physiological effectiveness. The effects of native banana starch (NBS) and soy milk (control) on body weight and insulin sensitivity in obese type 2 diabetics were compared using a blind within-subject crossover design. Subjects undertook two phases of 4-w...

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Main Authors: Juan C. Díaz-Zagoya, José D. Méndez, Arturo Rodríguez-Hernández, Mateo U. Francisco-Luria, Rubén Córdova-Uscanga, María A. Aparicio-Trápala, Jorge L. Ble-Castillo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2010-04-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
resistant starch
banana
diabetes
obesity
insulin resistance
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/7/5/1953/

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