Category Archives: GIP

Xanthan Gum And Blood Sugar

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Robert Barrington

Fibre has beneficial effects on postprandial glycaemia. In particular, soluble fibre may be particularly  beneficial because of its ability to form viscous solutions when exposed to the aqueous environment of the gut. Increased viscosity provides a physical barrier to the … Continue reading →

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Diabetes and Postprandial Glycaemia

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Robert Barrington

The postprandial glycaemic response to food is altered in diabetics. In addition, the ability of food components to alter postprandial glycaemia appears altered in diabetic state. For example, comparisons of subjects with type 2 diabetes to normal healthy subjects shows … Continue reading →

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The Glycaemic Effect of Protein

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Robert Barrington

n elevated glycaemic response to food is increasingly being seen as a causative factor in the aetiology of the metabolic syndrome. This is problematic because the metabolic syndrome is associated with an increased risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease and type … Continue reading →

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The SGLT1 Cotransporter and Gastric Emptying

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Robert Barrington

Gastric emptying may be an important determinant of the glycaemic effect of food. Because lower a glycaemic load is associated with protection from weight gain, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, nutritional factors that can inhibit or delay gastric emptying are of … Continue reading →

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More on Diet Versus Exercise

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Robert Barrington

Obesity is a complex multifactorial disorder, most probably caused by a serious metabolic dysfunction resulting from major diet induced hormonal and physiological changes. In spite of the mainstream belief that exercise causes long term weight loss, evidence for the successes … Continue reading →

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Insulinotropic Properties of Amino Acids

Posted on October 23, 2011 by Robert Barrington

Research has shown that milk has an insulinotropic effect that cannot be explained by the presence of lactose. Evidence suggests that milk is able to stimulate the release of insulin because of the amino acids it contains. In particular, the … Continue reading →

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Amino Acids and Insulin

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Robert Barrington

The relationship between dietary carbohydrates and insulin is well researched. The quantity and type of carbohydrate food ingested affect the rate at which the food is digested and enters the blood circulation. Insulin is required for the uptake of glucose … Continue reading →

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Protein and Satiety

Posted on September 25, 2011 by Robert Barrington

Altering the macronutrient ratios of meals is known to have an effect on weight loss. Evidence suggests that higher intakes of protein increases satiety and can aid in weight control. Meals with a higher intake of protein decrease subsequent energy … Continue reading →

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