Cereals

10.3.2 Wholegrain cereals and diabetes Insulin is a hormone needed to remove glucose from bloodstream and deposit into cells. In some people, cells become resistant to the effects of insulin. These people are at risk of developing diabetes Making cells more sensitive to the effects of insulin can help to reduce the risk of developing diabetes. Since whole-grain cereals tend to be digested and absorbed more slowly they may contribute to insulin sensitivity Quick Question

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Wholegrain cereals might protect against diabetes because wholegrain cereal

Are high in starch
Contain insulin
Are slowly digested and absorbed
Are quickly digested compared with refined cereals

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