A systematic review of the inhibitory effect of extracts from edible parts of nuts on α-glucosidase activity
Mena Farazi, Michael J. Houghton, Margaret Murray, Gary Williamson
Abstract
Inhibition of α-glucosidases can slow carbohydrate digestion to reduce postprandial glycaemia and lower risk of type 2 diabetes. Our systematic review found no studies that tested the inhibitory potential of nut extracts against human α-glucosidases.
Topics & Concepts
Inhibitory postsynaptic potentialChemistryFood scienceTraditional medicineAlpha-glucosidaseBiochemistryBiologyEnzymeMedicineNeuroscienceNuts composition and effectsHeavy Metals in PlantsAntioxidant Activity and Oxidative Stress