Biochemical and Phylogenetic Analysis of Italian <i>Phaseolus vulgaris</i> Cultivars as Sources of α-Amylase and α-Glucosidase Inhibitors

<i>Phaseolus vulgaris</i> α-amylase inhibitor (α-AI) is a protein that has recently gained commercial interest, as it inhibits mammalian α-amylase activity, reducing the absorption of dietary carbohydrates. Numerous studies have reported the efficacy of preparations based on this protein...

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Main Authors: Stefania Peddio, Sonia Lorrai, Alessandra Padiglia, Faustina B. Cannea, Tinuccia Dettori, Viviana Cristiglio, Luigi Genovese, Paolo Zucca, Antonio Rescigno
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-08-01
Series:Plants
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/12/16/2918