04
Mar
Functional ingredients present in whole-grain foods as therapeutic tools to counteract obesity: Effects on brown and white adipose tissues
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Authors
Zhang Kuilian, Juan Sun, Mincong Fan, Haifeng Qian, Hao Ying, Yang Li, Li Wan
Abstract
Activation and recruitment of brown adipose tissue are promising and effective methods for the treatment of obesity and related diseases. Several functional ingredients have been shown to activate brown adipocytes. Today, whole grains are recommended as healthier foods than refined grains for the higher content of functional ingredients, such as dietary fiber, polyphenols, and vitamins.
Importance for the Red Tecnomifood
The article provides fundamental explanations for the regulation of whole grains on obesity and the new potential for the development of functional whole foods.