Jicama fiber can prevent disruptions in energy metabolism and obesity caused by a high-fat diet in mice. It also helps regulate food intake and prevents excessive weight gain.

This study examined the effects of different types of grain and processing methods on host metabolic outcomes in mice with high or low carbohydrate utilization (CU) microbiomes. Mice with high CU microbiomes experienced negative health effects when consuming extruded grains, including weight gain, fat increase, and glucose intolerance, due to excessive acetate production. Understanding food processing effects on the microbiome is important for developing healthy foods.

Potato is a popular food globally, with high carbohydrate content. The challenge is to find potato varieties with low reducing sugars for processing into chips, as high sugar levels affect color and taste. Low temperature storage helps delay the tubers' dormancy and reduce the risk of diseases but can lead to sugar accumulation.

Trichoglossus haematodus, a nectarivorous bird, was studied to find alternative carbohydrate sources to nectar in captivity. The birds preferred brown sugar solutions, with siwalan brown sugar being the favorite, and also consumed baby biscuits soaked in the brown sugar solution. This information suggests that the brown sugar solution diet could be a practical and effective substitute for nectar in captivity.

Natural sweeteners, such as stevia, coconut sugar, and muscovado sugar, are found to be healthier alternatives to white sugar in terms of their impact on glucose levels. This makes them suitable for individuals on low-calorie diets or those with hyperglycemia or diabetes mellitus.

Increased blood sugar levels during menopause are difficult to reduce without regular insulin injections. A study found that consuming brown rice can lower blood sugar levels in postmenopausal women.

The study evaluates the anti-diabetic efficacy of silver nanoparticles synthesized from Colpomenia sinuosa. The nanoparticles effectively reduce blood glucose levels and show significant anti-diabetic activity.

Oat-flakes biscuits made with different types and quantities of sugar were analyzed for sensory parameters during a 4-day storage period. While color and rupture test results remained consistent, significant differences were found in frangibility, structure, and stickiness.

Consuming sugar kelp, an edible brown seaweed, can help prevent weight gain, inflammation, and liver fibrosis in mice with NASH. Kelp also increases metabolic rates and energy expenditure, making it a potential remedy for obesity-associated metabolic disorders.

The market for plant-based proteins, particularly alternatives to dairy products, is growing due to health and environmental concerns. Rice milk-based ice cream with specific ingredients was found to have high acceptance in terms of sensory evaluation.

The first randomized controlled study in the Philippines investigates the effects of brown rice consumption on metabolic risk factors in overweight and obese adults. The study found that a brown rice-based diet was more effective in improving metabolic risk factors than a white rice-based diet.

South Africa is experiencing a rise in obesity levels and a decrease in physical activity, leading to an increase in diabetes cases. This study focuses on the barriers and facilitators of brown rice consumption and finds that pairing brown rice with traditional South African dishes increases acceptability. It suggests that promoting brown rice as a healthier alternative to white rice and providing education and recipes can encourage its adoption.

Propolis, a natural remedy, has shown anti-obesity effects by regulating weight loss through its polyphenol compositions. It affects signal pathways related to lipid metabolism, browning of adipose tissues, and adipokines. Further research on the interaction between propolis polyphenols and signaling pathways can guide the development of new drugs for obesity.

Replacing part of the rice flour with tiger nut flour (TNF) in gluten-free biscuits was studied. As the ratio of TNF increased, the texture of the biscuits changed, with darker biscuits being obtained. The use of TNF as a raw material substitute in gluten-free biscuits was recommended, and infrared-microwave baking was shown to be a suitable method for biscuit quality.

Honey and D-Psicose showed significantly lower growth of Streptococcus mutans compared to sucrose, while xylitol and placebo had higher growth. Honey had the least cariogenicity and can be considered a safe alternative to other sweeteners.

Instant porridge mixed with pumpkin and brown rice can lower blood sugar levels and regenerate pancreatic beta cells in diabetic rats, making it a potential functional food for diabetes management. In rats with diabetes, a 20% substitution of their standard feed with instant porridge mix significantly reduced blood glucose levels and showed regenerative effects on the pancreas.