Glycemic Index and Appetite Response of Iron-Biofortified Cowpeas ( (l.) Walp.) in Healthy Adults and Its Effects on Inflammation and Oxidative Stress in Raw 264.7 Cells.

Journal: Journal of the American Nutrition Association
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Abstract

OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to determine the glycemic index of conventional and biofortified cowpeas, their effects on healthy individuals' appetite, and their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects in RAW 264.7 cells.

Authors

  • Mariana Grancieri
    Postgraduate Program in Food Science and Technology, Centre of Agricultural and Engineering Sciences, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Alegre, Espírito Santo, Brazil.
  • Letícia de Souza Scherrer Medeiros
    Postgraduate Program in Food Science and Technology, Centre of Agricultural and Engineering Sciences, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Alegre, Espírito Santo, Brazil.
  • Cíntia Tomaz Sant'Ana
    Postgraduate Program in Food Science and Technology, Centre of Agricultural and Engineering Sciences, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Alegre, Espírito Santo, Brazil.
  • Livia Maria da Silva
    Postgraduate Program in Food Science and Technology, Centre of Agricultural and Engineering Sciences, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Alegre, Espírito Santo, Brazil.
  • Rita de Cássia Gonçalves Alfenas
    Nutrition and Health Department, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Viçosa, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
  • Neuza Maria Brunoro Costa
    Postgraduate Program in Food Science and Technology, Centre of Agricultural and Engineering Sciences, Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo, Alegre, Espírito Santo, Brazil.

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