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Can Protein, Probiotics Help With Blood Sugar Control? |
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Can Protein, Probiotics Help With Blood Sugar Control?
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Darrell Miller | 12/04/16 |
Date:
December 04, 2016 10:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller
(support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Can Protein, Probiotics Help With Blood Sugar Control?
A recent study to determine the effect protein and probiotics can have on blood sugar has shown promising results. By having patients consume a protein-rich diet or add probiotics to an already healthy diet, researchers were able to see their blood sugar levels decrease. The protein is believed to slow down the metabolism of carbohydrates and prevent blood sugar from spiking, while probiotics supposedly allow the cells in the body to utilize insulin more effectively to combat glucose surges. More research needs to be done, but these findings may help diabetics control their condition more effectively.
Key Takeaways:
- Both proteins and probiotics appear to slow down digestion of carbohydrates, preventing blood sugar spikes that can lead to type 2 diabetes or exacerbate damage done by the disease, researchers found.
- Protein slowed the release of sugars into the bloodstream, but Meng and her colleagues were surprised to find no similar effect from the fats in butter or the fiber in the oat cereal.
- r to produce compounds that may make it easier for cells to use the hormone insulin to convert blood sugar into energy, Pandey said.
"Both proteins and probiotics appear to slow down digestion of carbohydrates, preventing blood sugar spikes that can lead to type 2 diabetes or exacerbate damage done by the disease, researchers found."
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