γ-Oryzanol Enhances Adipocyte Differentiation and Glucose Uptake

Recent studies show that brown rice improves glucose intolerance and potentially the risk of diabetes, although the underlying molecular mechanisms remain unclear. One of the phytochemicals found in high concentration in brown rice is γ-oryzanol (Orz), a group of ferulic acid esters of phytosterols...

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Main Authors: Chang Hwa Jung, Da-Hye Lee, Jiyun Ahn, Hyunjung Lee, Won Hee Choi, Young Jin Jang, Tae-Youl Ha
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-06-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/7/6/4851