Recent studies of the mechanisms determining the rate and extent of starch digestion by α-
amylase are reviewed in the light of current widely-used classifications for (a) the …

The different compartments of the gastrointestinal tract are inhabited by populations of micro-
organisms. By far the most important predominant populations are in the colon where a true …

Despite the lack of international agreement regarding the definition and classification of
fiber, there is established evidence on the role of dietary fibers in obesity and metabolic …

Starch is the main carbohydrate in human nutrition and offers a range of desired
technological properties. The nutritional quality of starch strongly depends on starch …

Epidemiological studies find that whole-grain intake is protective against cancer, CVD,
diabetes, and obesity. Despite recommendations to consume three servings of whole grains …

Epidemiological studies find that whole-grain intake is protective against cancer,
cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity. Potential mechanisms for this protection are …

Dietary fiber is a term that reflects a heterogeneous group of natural food sources,
processed grains, and commercial supplements. Several forms of dietary fiber have been …

Importance Higher intake of whole grains has been associated with a lower risk of major
chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease (CVD) …

To determine the effect of oat β‑glucan (OBG) on acute glucose and insulin responses and
identify significant effect modifiers we searched the MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane …

Background Recent epidemiologic study results showed that subjects who had high intakes
of whole-grain foods had lower risks of death and heart disease than did subjects who had …