Glycemic Index Values Research Articles

Potential contributions of the methodology to the variability of glycaemic index of foods.

Glycaemic index (GI) testing provides a useful point of comparison between carbohydrate sources. For this comparison to be meaningful, the methods used to determine GI values need to be rigorous and consistent between testing events. This requirement has led to increasing standardization of the GI methodology, with an international standard developed in joint consultation with FAO/WHO (ISO 26642:2010) currently the most up to date document. The purpose of this review is to compare the international standard to methods of published studies claiming to have performed a GI test. This analysis revealed that the international standard permits a wide range of choices for researchers when designing a GI testing plan, rather than a single standardized protocol. It has also been revealed that the literature contains significant variation, both between studies and from the international standard for critical aspects of GI testing methodology. The primary areas of variation include; what glucose specification is used, which reference food is used, how much reference food is given, what drink is given during testing, the blood sampling site chosen and what assay and equipment is used to measure blood glucose concentration. For each of these aspects we have explored some of the methodological and physiological implications of these variations. These insights suggest that whilst the international standard has assisted with framing the general parameters of GI testing, further stan-dardization to testing procedures is still required to ensure the continued relevance of the GI to clinical nutrition.

Evaluation of Various Starchy Foods: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on Chemical Properties Affecting the Glycemic Index Values Based on In Vitro and In Vivo Experiments.

The chemical properties that serve as major determinants for the glycemic index (GI) of starchy food and recommended low-GI, carbohydrate-based foods have remained enigmatic. This present work performed a systematic assessment of linkages between chemical properties of foods and GI, and selected low-GI starchy foods. The data were sourced from literature published in various scientific journals. In total, 57 relevant studies and 936 data points were integrated into a database. Both in vitro and in vivo studies on GI values were included. The database was subsequently subjected to a meta-analysis. Meta-analysis from in vitro studies revealed that the two significant factors responsible for the GI of starchy foods were resistant starch and phenolic content (respectively, standardized mean difference (SMD): −2.52, 95% confidence interval (95%CI): −3.29 to −1.75, p (p-value) < 0.001; SMD: −0.72, 95%CI: −1.26 to −0.17, p = 0.005), while the lowest-GI crop type was legumes. Subgroup analysis restricted to the crop species with significant low GI found two crops, i.e., sorghum (SMD: −0.69, 95%CI: −2.33 to 0.96, p < 0.001) and red kidney bean (SMD: −0.39, 95%CI: −2.37 to 1.59, p = 0.001). Meta-analysis from in vivo studies revealed that the two significant factors responsible for the GI of starchy foods were flavonoid and phenolic content (respectively, SMD: −0.67, 95%CI: −0.87 to −0.47, p < 0.001; SMD: −0.63, 95%CI: −1.15 to −0.11, p = 0.009), while the lowest-GI crop type was fruit (banana). In conclusion, resistant starch and phenolic content may have a desirable impact on the GI of starchy food, while sorghum and red kidney bean are found to have low GI.

Resistant starch levels and in vitro starch digestibility of selected cooked Philippine brown and milled rices varying in apparent amylose content and glycemic index

Resistant starch (RS) content, starch digestibility, and hydrolysis index (HI) were analyzed in vitro for four selected Philippine rice varieties varying in apparent amylose content (AC) and glycemic index (GI), in cooked brown and milled rice forms. Starch digestibility curves were studied in relation to AC and reported GI values. Brown and milled rices of Improved Malagkit Sungsong 2 (IMS2), NSIC Rc160, IR64, and PSB Rc10 were cooked on separate beakers placed in automatic electric rice cookers and based on pre-determined water:rice ratios. RS levels of cooked milled rices ranged from 0.15 to 0.99% (mean = 0.45%). Their corresponding cooked brown rices had RS contents ranging from 0.24 to 1.61% (mean = 1.05%), with PSB Rc10 having the highest levels in both forms. HI ranged from 59.3 to 102.2%, with the highest noted for the waxy rice, IMS2, while corresponding brown rices had significantly lower HI spanning 49.2–66.9%. Previously reported GI values of these varieties were positively correlated with HI and estimated GI in this study. RS and non-resistant starch levels, and HI were highly correlated with AC. In vitro starch digestibility studies, as related to AC and GI, may be useful in screening for rice grain and nutritional properties aimed at developing new varieties with desirable quality and enhanced nutritional and functional properties.

Development of One Kind of Diabetic Total Nutrition Formula Powder for Special Medical Purposes

In order to meet the special needs of diabetics for nutrients and diet,a series of powdered diabetic nutritional formulas were designed and prepared by dry process. The formulas were optimized using sensory evaluation and sedimentation volume ratio by orthogonal test. And the glycemic index(GI)of the optimum formula was determined by in vitro and in vivo digestion test. The results showed that the formula A3B1C3D2(whey protein concentrate:soy protein isolate=14.1:7.7,resistant dextrin:soybean dietary fiber=8.25:1,xylitol:crystalline fructose=5:1,and xanthan gum 0.4)had the highest sensory evaluation score and sedimentation volume ratio. And the GI value was 45.4,which reached the low GI food standard and satisfied the requirement of diabetic food for special medical purpose. Therefore,it is expected to be developed into diabetic food for special medical purpose.

Glycemic Index of Selected Indian Rice Varieties

Aims: For prevention and management of type II diabetes among rice eating population, consumption of rice with lower Glycemic Index (GI) is highly desirable as low GI food decreases plasma glucose levels and plasma insulin demand. As there is paucity of information on the GIs of commonly consumed rice varieties in India, the aim of this study was to determine GI of selected five rice varieties, and to find relationship of GI with their cooking and eating quality traits.&#x0D; Study Design, Place and Duration: In vivo experiment was conducted at PG&amp;RC, PJTS Agricultural University, Hyderabad, India, during March, 2017 to February, 2018. During this period, cooking and eating quality traits of selected rice varieties were determined in ICAR- Indian Institute of Rice Research, Hyderabad, India.&#x0D; Methodology: GIs were determined by feeding10 fasted human subjects a fixed portion of foods and subsequently measuring plasma glucose of their blood samples at specific interval of time and GIs were calculated using standard formula. Cooking and eating quality traits were determined using standard procedure.&#x0D; Results: The estimated GI values were 56.38(SEM 1.57), 59.23(SEM 1.02), 71.73 (SEM 1.75), 87.40 (SEM 1.90), and 94.05 (SEM 1.21), respectively for Sampada, Dhanrasi, DRR Dhan 42, DRR Dhan 43, and Jarava. Alkali spreading value (ASV), Gel consistency (GC), and Water uptake (WU) values of these five varieties ranged from 4 to 6, 22 mm to 54.5 mm, and 80 ml/ 100 g to 255 ml/100 g, respectively.&#x0D; Conclusion: Two varieties were identified with moderate GI values (Sampada, 56.38 ± 1.57; Dhanrasi, 59.23± 1.02). These varieties can prove to be a healthier option to incorporate in nutritional therapeutic diet. It is also concluded that lower ASV, higher GC, and lower WU, are good predictors for lower GIs of rice varieties. These relationships may be used for screening of low GI rice cultivars in breeding programme.

Postprandial Glucose, Insulin, and Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Responses in Healthy Adults after Consumption of Chocolate-Products.

Chocolate may affect the glycemic response, which is related the insulin and incretin response. We evaluated the glucose, insulin, and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) responses in male adults after consumption of three commonly consumed chocolates. Furthermore, we assessed the glycemic index (GI), insulin index (II), and glycemic load (GL) of the chocolates. The study protocol was adapted from the International Standard Organization recommendations. Test foods were chocolate A (milky chocolate), chocolate B (creamy chocolate), chocolate C (chocolate ball), and reference food (glucose solution). Glucose, insulin, and GLP-1 concentrations were assessed at 0, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, and 120 min after consumption of the test foods. The glycemic responses of the three chocolates were lower than those of the reference food at 30 and 45 min (P<0.001). However, the insulin and GLP-1 responses did not differ between the three chocolates and the reference food. The GI value of chocolates A, B, and C were 39.2, 47.8, and 33.7, respectively; all GI values were lower than that of the reference food. The II values of all test foods were similar, aside for chocolate B (97.9). All chocolates were classified as low-GL. This study showed that glycemic responses depends on the amount of carbohydrates and the physical properties. Further research is required to examine incretin responses and to determine if the type of chocolate can influence metabolic response beyond glycemia.

Fatty acid composition, mineral contents, and glycemic index values of chips produced with different cooking methods and lupine ( Lupinus albus L.) flour formulations

The oil samples were rich in linoleic acid (mean: 45.39%), and then, the most common fatty acids were oleic (mean: 36.79%), palmitic (mean: 8.27%), and stearic acids (mea:n 5.61%). Calcium 463.80–4065.50 mg/kg, boron 0.00–12.26 mg/kg, chromium 0.00–10.25 mg/kg, copper 3.92–44.48 mg/kg, iron 0.00–149.23 mg/kg, magnesium 34.07–2002.53 mg/kg, potassium 2,463.21–6779.90 mg/kg, and sodium 91.69–8532.82 mg/kg were determined in the chips samples. Glycemic index values of the chips made using whole lupine flour varied between 50.10 and 60.90. In addition to this, the glycemic index values of the whole lupine flour added chips were found lower than the glycemic index values of hulled lupine flour added chips. It was observed that the glycemic index values of the lupine flour added samples were lower than the control group (without lupine flour added). The lowest glycemic index value was found in the sample with the highest ratio of lupine flour. Practical applications Lupine flour is an ideal food component because it has a high content of protein, dietary fiber and bioactive compound, and low lipid and starch content. It has been clearly demonstrated that lupine has a high potential as a food component and has increased its importance in the food industry. Lupine is one of the new protein sources of recent time and is more economical than animal protein sources. The fat content of the lupine seed is generally 10% saturated and 90% polyunsaturated fatty acids. Lupine does not contain gluten and gluten-like proteins and has become an alternative raw material for gluten-free products used in the diets of celiac patients.

A Comparative Study on the Carbohydrate proৎile and In-vitro Glycaemic Index of Processed Basil (Ocimum basilicum) Seeds Incorporated Idlis

The tiny black Ocimum basilicum seeds, also called as basil or sabja seeds aid to keep blood sugar levels under control by decelerating the carbohydrate conversion into glucose, a simple sugar. Raw and Steamed Ocimum basilicum seeds in the proportions of 5% (RV1, SV1), 10% (RV2, SV2), 15% (RV3, SV3) and 20% (RV4, SV4) of the black gram have been incorporated in the idli formulation. The results depicted that as the proportion of O.basilicum seeds increased the total carbohydrate and sugar values showed a decline, whereas the cellulose, hemicellulose and resistant starch values increased. At 120 minutes, the mean in vitro glycaemic index of the control idli was estimated to be 66.45 ± 0.03, while the mean estimated glycaemic index value of raw O.basilicum seed incorporated variations of idli namely RV1, RV2, RV3 and RV4 were 55.09 ± 0.02, 53.19 ± 0.02, 51.44 ± 0.01 and 48.09 ± 0.01 respectively. The mean estimated glycaemic index value of steamed O.basilicum seed incorporated variations of idli SV1 was found to be 62.72 ± 0.01, SV2 was 60.43 ± 0.01, SV3 was 58.16 ± 0.02, and SV4 was 56.63 ± 0.02 at 120 minutes. Hence it is opined that the 20% raw O.basilicum seed incorporated idli is very much low in estimated G.I values can be used in idli preparation as a means to offer a lower glycaemic index to the obese, diabetic and cardiac disorder populations.

THE POTENTIAL OF SORGHUM BICOLOR L. AS A BLOOD GLUCOSE LOWERING AGENT : A REVIEW

The increasing mortality rate in Indonesia due to diabetes mellitus is a health problem in the world, especially in Indonesian. Evidenced by prevalence of diabetes mellitus which increases every year and is estimated in 2030 achieved 21,3 million according by WHO. Pharmacological therapy which cost is relatively expensive and can caused side effects from the use of chemical drugs. For this reason, the importance of finding new alternative therapy. Sorghum bicolor L. is a cereal that has high nutritional value and phytochemical compounds. This research purpose to know contain of Sorghum bicolor L. and the mechanisme Sorghum bicolor L. as a blood glucose lowering agent. In this research is the literature study method based on primary and secondary data obtained. The database obtained is from Google scholar, Science direct, Research gate, NCBI, MDPI by using keywords. And the analysis of 43 journals obtained were scanned and analyzed in more detail by introduction, method, result, and conclusion of each journal . And the made in the data analysis table. Shows that Sorghum bicolor L. can be used as a blood glucose lowering agent because contain antidiabetic compounds, namely is phenolic compounds of phenolic acid, flavanoids, and tannin. And has a low glycemic index value and high fiber. Which can provide hypoglycemic effects and reduce postprandial blood glucose levels because it a slor digestion, slow gastric emptying, can inhibit the activity of digestive enzymes, namely the activity of α-glucosidase and α- amylase, increasen insulin sensitivity, and inhibits the process of glucogenesis in the liverblood pressure, broken bones, diabetes, malaria, ulcers, vomiting blood, bleeding, appendicitis and lungs.

The Properties Study of Mangrove Fruit Flour Composited with Taro and White Uwi Tubers

This research is a part of research on the study of the glycemic index value of biscuit products from mangrove fruit flour with flour from various of tubers. The tubers used in this study were taro and white uwi. The types of mangrove fruit used were pedada and lindur. The starch content in taro tubers and white uwi can be used to make biscuits. It is known that both pedada (Sonneratia caseolaris) and lindur (Bruguiera ghymnorhiza) flour have anti-diabetic and anti-cholesterol properties. This study aims to analyze the characteristics of the biscuits from the formulation of a mixture of mangrove fruit flour with taro and white uwi tubers. This study used a one-factor completely randomized design with 10 levels of treatment, namely the proportion of mangrove fruit flour types of pedada and lindur and taro and white uwi tuber flour with the formula 0: 100, 10:90, and 20: 80. Biscuit product analysis parameters include proximate, organoleptic analysis, and glycemic index. Measurement of the glycemic index value was carried out in vivo using 22 respondents normal human, healthy, with a blood glucose of 80-100 mg / dL. Blood draws were carried out for 120 minutes at 30-minute intervals. The best biscuits were obtained in the formulation of pedada fruit : taro flour (20: 80), with criteria 84.07%, of yield, 3.72% of moisture content, 3.45% of ash, 4.33% of protein, 7.16% of fat, carbohydrates of 81.34%, 64.39% of starch, the dietary fiber content of 7.69%. Organoleptic test results showed 5.69 of color, the taste of 6.68, texture of 6.54, aroma of 7.13. In vivo test results obtained glycemic index values of 51.46, and glycemic load of 12.90

Effects of extractable protein hydrolysates, lipids, and polyphenolic compounds from pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.) whole grain flours on starch digestibility

Pearl millet and other minor cereal production is marginalized in the Sahara of Algeria (Tidikelt and Hoggar regions). Their productions in these areas depend on traditional harvesting and processing. Pearl millet seeds are used as animal feed and rarely for human consumption. This work was to assess the starch digestion of pearl millet cultivated in the arid areas of Algeria.The seeds from this cereal could provide broad potential benefits to human health. However, their digestion properties have not been reported. Therefore, in this study, the in-vitro starch digestibility of pearl millet flour and the effect of processing on the expected glycemic index (eGI) were investigated. Grains from six pearl millet samples were chosen from two regions: Tidikelt and Hoggar. Five flours were prepared by dry milling (MF) and different treatments after dry milling such as extraction of phenolic compounds (MF-PP), lipid extraction (MF-L), protein hydrolysate extraction (MF-P) or lipid plus protein hydrolysate extraction (MF-L-P). The flours were then subjected to digestion, and the effects of grain treatments on the in vitro starch digestion were investigated. For all pearl millet samples, the kinetics of in vitrostarch digestion displayed first-order model as substrates were digested to different extents; k(kinetic constant), C∞(percentage of starch hydrolyzed at infinite time), HI (hydrolysis index) and eGI (expected glycemic index) of the samples were also calculated. Significant increases in C∞, HI and eGI (P&lt;0.05) of the samples were observed after extraction of proteins or proteins plus lipids from flour. Four flours obtained after lipid extraction and five flours from extraction of phenolic compounds had low glycemic index (&lt;55), with values ranging between 31.36 and 44.97.In contrast,flours obtained from protein hydrolysate extraction or lipids plus protein hydrolysates had the highest glycemic index (&gt;69), with values ranging between 77.50 and 121.44.This study confirmed that some of the processed pearl millet seed flours have acceptable nutritional values suitable for human health and nutrition due to the low glycemic index values.

PENGEMBANGAN PANGAN FUNGSIONAL BUBUR INSTAN RENDAH INDEKS GLIKEMIK BERBASIS PANGAN LOKAL

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to analyze the nutritional content and glycemic index value of local food-based instant porridge products. The research method used was experimental research with the determination of the glycemic index using a one-shot case study design on a sample of white rats (Rattus novergicus). The results obtained in this study are the glycemic index value of instant porridge which is included in the low GI category, namely goroho plantain 31,88, baruk sago 39,43, and "mulubebe" plantain instant porridge 43,35. Meanwhile, instant porridge that has medium GI is mocaf 59,34. The results of the calculation of the glycemic load of instant porridge which has a low glycemic load are goroho plantain 8.17, while those which have a moderate glycemic load are "mulubebe" plantain 11.88, baruk sago 12.02 and mocaf 17.16 . So that the use of carbohydrate sources from different local foods, namely goroho plantain flour, “mulubebe” plantain flour, baruk sago flour, mocaf flour in instant porridge affects the glycemic index value of instant porridge. Keywords: Instand porridge, glycemic index, plantain, mocaf, sago.

In vitro glycemic index, physicochemical properties and sensory characteristics of white bread incorporated with resistant starch powder prepared by a novel spray-drying based method

Spray-dried resistant starch powder (SD) containing 35% amylose-lipid complex and retrograded starch and having in vitro glycemic index (GI) of 63 was incorporated into white bread at either 20, 30 or 50% (w/w). Increased hardness and less porous structure of bread were noted as SD content increased. GI values of all bread samples containing SD were unexpectedly higher than that of the control white bread, either right after baking or after 1–4 days of storage; GI increased with increased SD content. X-ray diffraction patterns and Fourier transform infrared spectra revealed that double-helix amylopectin in SD experienced complete gelatinization at the baking temperature and hence the higher GI values of bread samples containing SD. Higher content of digestible starch in SD (~65%) also contributed to the higher GI values. Native A-type starch from wheat flour, on the other hand, partially remained in the control white bread, resulting in the lower GI value.

INDEKS GLIKEMIK COOKIES SORGUM (SORGHUM BICOLOR) DENGAN PENAMBAHAN TEPUNG KACANG MERAH (PHASEOLUS VULGARIS) PRATANAK

Background: The prevalence of diabetes is increasing, one of the pillars of intervention is the provision of high-fiber or complex carbohydrates food. Sorghum as local food has the potential to manufacture as cookies diabetes because it contains fiber and low glycemic index. Foods with a low glycemic index help to prevent against high blood glucose fluctuation. Levels of resistant starch can be improved with the addition of parboiled red beans fluor. Parboiled process aims to improve the digestibility and resistant starch level of red beans. Objective: Determine parboiled red beans fluor % addition which still preferred by consumer panelists, and then determine the glycemic index of cookies sorghum with the addition of selected parboiled red beans fluor. Methods: Experimental study, the first stage was organoleptic test with randomized block design. 6 treatments of parboiled red bean flour and three replications. The addition consists of 0, 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50%. The second stage was the determination of the glycemic index. The subject had to fasting for 10 hours, consumed white bread, and then measured the glycemic response at 0, 30, 60, 90, 120 minute. Four days later the same step repeated with cookies sorghum as food had to consumed. Glycemic index values determined by comparing the inceremental area under curve of cookies sorghum with the incremental area under curve of white bread. Results: The addition of parboiled red bean flour preference is 30%. Cookies sorgum glycemic index was 48.5Conclusion: Cookies sorghum can be used as a snack food for healthy people because it has a low glycemic index

Effect of Ezetimibe on Glucose Metabolism and Inflammatory Markers in Adipose Tissue.

Despite numerous studies, the effects of ezetimibe on glucose metabolism are poorly understood. Here, we aimed to investigate the effects of ezetimibe on glucose metabolism and the expression of inflammatory markers. Thirteen rats were randomly assigned to an ezetimibe (n = 6) or control group (n = 7). The control group received a high fat diet (HFD; 60 Kcal%), whereas the ezetimibe group received an HFD (60 Kcal%) containing 160 mg/kg of ezetimibe. After 14 weeks, adipose and liver tissues, along with plasma, were collected and comparatively analyzed. The effects of combination therapy with ezetimibe and statins on glucose metabolism were investigated over a 1-year period using data from patients with hyperlipidemia. Several indices of glucose metabolism partially improved in the ezetimibe group. The sizes of adipocytes and the accumulation of pro-inflammatory cytokines were reduced in the ezetimibe group. Ezetimibe treatment induced anti-inflammatory cytokines and fatty acid oxidation in adipocytes and reduced serum levels of free fatty acids. Clinical data analysis revealed that statin monotherapy significantly increased insulin resistance. However, combination therapy with ezetimibe and statins did not increase insulin resistance. In conclusion, ezetimibe was found to reduce the sizes of adipocytes in visceral fat and serum levels of free fatty acids, to induce fatty acid oxidation, to improve adipocytic inflammation, and to partially improve glycemic index values.

Soy Flour-Based Snack Bar as Potential Snack Alternative for Diabetes Mellitus

This study aimed to determine the Glycaemic Index (GI), Glycaemic Response (GR) and Glycaemic Load (GL) of soy flour-based snack bars in healthy volunteers. An open label randomized controlled trial with crossover study design was done involving eighty adults aged 18‒50 years. The glycaemic index was calculated using Incremental Area Under the Blood Glucose Response Curve (iAUC). Friedman’s test was used to determine difference of glucose iAUC between WF and SF. Wilcoxon test was used to determine difference of blood glucose peak, time to blood glucose peak, GI and GR between snack bars. The result observed that median (Q1‒Q3) of GI were 88.4 (42.3‒115.8); WF: 36.6 (21.8‒47.9) (Product SF3, Banana); 36.3 (18.9‒49.2) (Product SF6, Crispy White Chocolate Macadamia); 29.9 (22.0‒43.3) (Product SF5, Crispy Vanilla); 25.9 (17.8‒35.4) (Product SF4; Strawberry); 20.2 (15.3‒22.2) (Product SF1, Almond Chocolate); and 7.1 (5.4‒17.0) (Product SF2, Raisin Almond). We found that GL of WF was (17.7). While, the GL of snack bars made from SF were 4.9 (Product SF3, Banana), 4.1 (Product SF4, Strawberry), 1.9 (Product SF1, Almond Chocolate); 1.8 (Product SF6, Crispy White Chocolate Macadamia), 1.6 (Product SF5, Crispy Vanilla), and 0.9 (Product SF2, Raisin Almond). Friedman statistical test showed significant differences on the blood glucose iAUC between SF and WF (p<0.001). SF snack bar showed different GR results, where the area of each products (SF1‒SF6) curve was significantly lower than WF. Based on Wilcoxon test, the GI and GR of SF were significantly lower than WF (p<0.05). In conclusion, SF snack bars can be classified as a low GI-source snack bar with a low category of glycaemic load; and had relatively high fibre, protein, and fat content which contributed to a lower GI value. Thus, it is a potential snacks alternative for people with blood glucose concerns.

COMMUNITY SERVICE ACTIVITY TO HOUSEWIFE GROUP IN KAMPUNG LADANG BAMBU, MEDAN TUNTUNGAN

Purple sweet potato is one of the agricultural products that has several advantages such as attractive color, high content of antioxidant, fiber and carbohydrate compounds and has a low glycemic index value. However, similar to the other agricultural products, the availability of purple sweet potatoes is seasonal, perishable, moldy and rotten. Proper processing with equipment or simple expertise can increase the economic value of purple sweet potato, so that it can be done by any group of people from either upper, middle or bottom. The purpose of this community service activities was to provide the technical guidance on processing the purple sweet potato into food products, namely noodles and sponge to open new business opportunities for group of housewives in the area of ​​community service partners namely Kampung Ladang Bambu, Medan Tuntungan. The expected outcome of this community service activity is the formation of a new business by a group of housewives to be able to increase the community income in Ladang Bambu Village, Medan Tuntungan.&#x0D; Keyword:, noodle, purple sweet potato, sponge

Mutu Glikemik Kue Bingke Variasi Umbi di Kota Pontianak

This study aims to obtain the number of consumption portions (g) of sweet potato and potato variations of bingke which have a low glycemic load (GL) value. GL is the glycemic load of a food after being consumed at a certain amount. The GL value is determined from the glycemic index (GI) value and the carbohydrate content per serving. The glycemic index is food categorization (low, medium, high) based on its speed in increasing glucose levels in the blood. Diabetes mellitus sufferers are advised to pay attention to food consumption based on food categories, especially those with low GI values. However, the amount consumed will also affect the increase in glucose levels in the blood, this is reflected in the GL value. This study was conducted using 10 healthy respondents aged 22 years, normal body mass index (BMI), normal fasting blood sugar, and not smoking. The results obtained by the variety of tuber bingke cakes (sweet potatoes and potatoes) have a high GI value category with a low GL consumption portion of 120 g (2 pieces). As a complement to the data, a survey was also carried out on 100 random respondents which showed that the type of bingke cake the variety of sweet potato was preferred and the number of consumption of one meal of bingke cake was two pieces.This amount can be recommended to be the amount of one consumption (one meal portion).

In vitro glycemic index, antioxidant capacity and some physicochemical characteristics of deep-fried sorghum based gluten free chips.

In this study, deep fried gluten free chips were manufactured using sorghum flour at different concentrations (5, 20, 35 and 50g/100g) and in vitro glycemic index, total antioxidant capacity and some physicochemical characteristics (dry matter, ash, oil, protein and color) and overall acceptability of the samples were investigated. Protein, oil and total dietary fiber levels of the samples ranged between 5.39-8.28, 23.58-29.10 and 5.59-6.60g/100g, respectively and increase in sorghum flour level resulted in an increase in these studied quality parameters of the chips samples. Ferric reducing antioxidant activity and DPPH radical scavenging performance were affected positively by the addition of sorghum flour. Total starch hydrolysis index and estimated glycemic index values were affected by the sorghum flour addition negatively due to the increased total dietary fiber content of the chips samples. All chips samples enriched with sorghum flour showed similar overall acceptability and increased sorghum concentration decreased the preference scores slightly. All these results could be considered for the manufacturing of the gluten free deep fried sorghumbased chips samples.

Kimpul (Xanthosoma sagitifolium) liquid sugar with low glycemic index

Kimpul (Xanthosoma sagitifolium) is one type of local tuber plant that has high carbohydrate content (34.2g/100g). This plant provides an opportunity to be utilized as an alternative source of sugar. The use of kimpul as liquid sugar becomes an alternative sweetener that needs testing from the perspective of nutrition and health. The Glycemic Index (GI) is a term that is closely related to carbohydrate metabolism, which has the index (level) of food according to its effect on blood glucose levels. The study of the formulating process of kimpul liquid sugar that has a lower GI attempts the use of sugar from kimpul can be more appropriate and well-targeted. This study aimed to determine the engineering process to decrease the GI value of liquid sugar from kimpul through the treatment of tea extract addition and identify the nutritional value, calorific value, GI value, and tannin content in the kimpul liquid sugar as the result of the engineering process. The results showed that the addition of black tea extract with a 2% concentration could reduce the GI value of the kimpul liquid sugar. Thus, kimpul liquid sugar can use as a source of natural sugar with a low GI.