The Effect Of Detarium Microcarpium and Vernonia Amygdalina on Glycaemic Response Of Normal Healthy Non-Diabetic Subjects
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Background: Some locally available plant foods in Nigeria have received attention as dietary agents that modulate gastrointestinal functions and carbohydrate metabolism. Objective: The effect of some of these plant foods like Detarium microcarpium (legume) and Vernonia amygdalina (vegetable) on postprandial glucose response of healthy non-diabetic adults was investigated. These two studies were conducted separately to collate data on foods in Nigeria that will improve glycemic
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تاریخ انتشار 2012