Fructose Might Contribute to the Hypoglycemic Effect of Honey

Fructose Might Contribute to the Hypoglycemic Effect of Honey

Honey is a natural substance with many medicinal properties, including antibacterial, hepatoprotective, hypoglycemic, antioxidant and antihypertensive effects. It reduces hyperglycemia in diabetic rats and humans. However, the mechanism(s) of its hypoglycemic effect remain(s) unknown. Honey comprise...

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Main Authors: Mohd S. Ab Wahab, Siti A. Sulaiman, Omotayo O. Erejuwa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2012-02-01
Series:Molecules
Subjects:
fructose
honey
hypoglycemic effect
diabetes mellitus
pancreas
liver
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/17/2/1900/

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