Dietary Pea Fiber Supplementation Improves Glycemia and Induces Changes in the Composition of Gut Microbiota, Serum Short Chain Fatty Acid Profile and Expression of Mucins in Glucose Intolerant Rats

Several studies have demonstrated the beneficial impact of dried peas and their components on glucose tolerance; however, the role of gut microbiota as a potential mediator is not fully examined. In this study, we investigated the effect of dietary supplementation with raw and cooked pea seed coats...

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Main Authors: Zohre Hashemi, Janelle Fouhse, Hyun Seun Im, Catherine B. Chan, Benjamin P. Willing
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-11-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/9/11/1236