Publications by authors named "Fabiana A H Sarda"
The properties of each food, composition, and structure affect the digestion and absorption of nutrients. Dietary fiber (DF), especially viscous DF, can contribute to a reduction in the glycemic response resulting from the consumption of carbohydrate-rich foods. Target and control of postprandial glycemic values are critical for diabetes prevention and management.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEffect of Unripe Banana Flour on Gut-Derived Uremic Toxins in Individuals Undergoing Peritoneal Dialysis: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial.
Nutrients
February 2021
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the effect of unripe banana flour (a prebiotic) on gut-derived metabolites associated with chronic kidney disease in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis.
- Although the primary outcomes showed no significant changes in serum levels of indoxyl sulfate, p-cresyl sulfate, and indole 3-acetic acid with the prebiotic treatment, a notable reduction in indoxyl sulfate levels was observed in a specific subgroup of participants who adhered closely to the dosage.
- Overall, the findings suggest that while unripe banana flour may not provide widespread benefits for all participants, it could be beneficial for those who consume it as directed.
Background: - Bowel function is a widely evaluated parameter in interventional and longitudinal studies since it is associated with good maintenance of health. The evaluation of intestinal function has been performed by many questionnaires, however, there are few options validated in Brazilian Portuguese.
Objective: - The aim of this work was to translate and validate into Brazilian Portuguese the Gastrointestinal Symptom Rating Scale (GSRS) questionnaire.
Article Synopsis
- The study researched how fermentation of carbohydrates from unripe bananas affects glucose and insulin levels in rats.
- The rats were divided into groups and fed different diets for 28 days, including a control diet and two that contained resistant starch from unripe bananas.
- Results showed that both experimental diets improved the insulin/glucose ratio and increased short-chain fatty acids, suggesting better glycemic control and insulin sensitivity compared to the control group.
The main controversy about the DF definition, adopted by the commission of Codex Alimentarius, refers to the inclusion of carbohydrates of 3-9 degrees of polymerisation (DP), decision which may be made individually by the authorities of each country. Due to the possibility of having two definitions and the negative impact it would cause over the harmonisation of nutritional information, a bibliographic review was carried, from 2009 to 2011, aiming to gather justifications for the inclusion of carbohydrates of 3-9 DP in the definition. The current review presents scientific bases that are directed to three topics: physiological aspects; repercussion over the analytical method; and impact on consumers and other users.
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