The Short-Term Effects of Strawberries on Postprandial Insulin Responses
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Authors
Wallace, Chelsea
Issue Date
2014
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Presentation
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en_US
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Abstract
• The postprandial state is characterized by increased oxidative stress and inflammation from metabolism and storage of macronutrients.
• Oxidative stress alters the redox balance of cells, decreasing insulin efficiency and the body’s ability to restore homeostatic balance, and over time, contributes to insulin resistance.
• Insulin resistance is the decreased efficiency of insulin at regulating downstream pathways and is a precursor to cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, obesity and type II diabetes.
• Phytochemicals, such as those in strawberries, consistently lower markers of oxidative stress and inflammation when consumed meals typical of the Standard American Diet, attenuating the development and effects of insulin resistance.
• Thus, this pilot study investigated the effects of strawberries (in the form of a milk-based strawberry drink), on human plasma concentrations of insulin, glucose, and triglycerides after a HFMC meal.
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Kalamazoo, Mich. : Kalamazoo College
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