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Article: Controlling blood sugar to regulate body weight.(REPORT)(Report)
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- Life Extension
- Article date:
- July 1, 2007
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Those who struggle with obesity often suffer from dangerously elevated glucose (blood sugar) levels.
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Beta-glucans (derived from oats and barley) slow the absorption of carbohydrates--enabling one to control blood sugar levels and induce the satiety needed to achieve healthy weight management.
Side benefits of controlling blood glucose include lowering harmful blood fats and C-reactive protein. When blood sugar levels are stabilized, metabolic syndrome and diabetes can be averted.
In this article, we explore how beta-glucans can protect against degenerative disease while offering a decisive advantage for those ...