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Vol. 22, 20 December 2023

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The effects of functional cereal rich in beta-glucan on cardiovascular health

Weishi Hou * 1
1 University of Melbourne

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Theoretical and Natural Science, Vol. 22, 38-47
Published 20 December 2023. © 2023 The Author(s). Published by EWA Publishing
This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
Citation Weishi Hou. The effects of functional cereal rich in beta-glucan on cardiovascular health. TNS (2023) Vol. 22: 38-47. DOI: 10.54254/2753-8818/22/20230931.

Abstract

The prevalence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases remains a global health concern. Lifestyle modifications, including dietary modifications, have been identified as viable risk reduction strategies. This study seeks to evaluate the potential benefits of beta-glucan-rich functional cereals, such as Uncle Toby’s Oats, in reducing the risk of these diseases. Beta-glucan is a soluble fiber known for its cholesterol-lowering properties, and beta-glucan-rich functional cereals provide a convenient way to incorporate this healthful nutrient into daily diets. This study compares the nutritional profile of Uncle Toby’s Oats, a representative beta-glucan-rich functional cereal, to that of other common breakfast options, such as Rice Bubbles cereal and Vegemite on toast, based on calorie content, macronutrient distribution, and the presence of essential vitamins and minerals. It is anticipated that the results of this study will contribute to public health recommendations for dietary interventions intended to reduce the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease.

Keywords

functional cereals, beta-glucan, cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, dietary intervention oatmeal

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Biological Engineering and Medical Science
ISBN (Print)
978-1-83558-217-6
ISBN (Online)
978-1-83558-218-3
Published Date
20 December 2023
Series
Theoretical and Natural Science
ISSN (Print)
2753-8818
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2753-8826
DOI
10.54254/2753-8818/22/20230931
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20 December 2023
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