Essays about: "LDL-cholesterol"
Found 4 essays containing the word LDL-cholesterol.
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1. Extraction of β-glucan from oat bran : effect of extraction method and particle size
University essay from SLU/Department of Molecular SciencesAbstract : An increasing number of people are suffering from lifestyle related diseases due to poor dietary habits. The recommendation of a fibre intake of 25-35g per day is not achieved by many. READ MORE
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2. An evaluation of the role of PromOat® on the stability of oil-in-water emulsions
University essay from Lunds universitet/Livsmedelsteknik och nutrition (master)Abstract : Background. In the past years, there has been a major shift towards the consumption of healthier, more sustainable, and more convenient food products. These trends have triggered a response from the food industry, instigating the reformulation of several products. READ MORE
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3. Water holding capacity and viscosity of ingredients from oats : the effect of b-glucan and starch content, particle size, pH and temperature
University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för kemi och biomedicin (KOB)Abstract : Oats is a crop that contains a high amount of fiber, protein and fat, but like all other crops it contains mostly starch. In this study the focus has been oat flours and brans with different b-glucan content. READ MORE
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4. Comparison of cholesterol-lowering effect of β-glucan in cereals and bread
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Food ScienceAbstract : High levels of total- and LDL-cholesterol in blood are risk factors related to cardio-vascular disease. One of several measures to prevent this is consumption of the viscous soluble fibre β-glucan that in high amount is found in oats. READ MORE