A bean alpha-amylase inhibitor formulation (starch blocker) is ineffective in man

Science. 1983 Jan 28;219(4583):393-5. doi: 10.1126/science.6184780.

Abstract

A commercial alpha-amylase inhibitor with potent inhibitory activity in vitro was used in a randomized double-blind, cross-over clinical trial in six nonobese, healthy adult males. In these subjects, this inhibitor had no effect on the response of blood glucose, insulin, or breath hydrogen to a standardized starch meal. It is concluded that this formulation has no effect on starch digestion in humans.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Randomized Controlled Trial
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Amylases / antagonists & inhibitors*
  • Blood Glucose / metabolism
  • Dietary Carbohydrates / metabolism*
  • Humans
  • Hydrogen / metabolism
  • Insulin / blood
  • alpha-Amylases / antagonists & inhibitors*

Substances

  • Blood Glucose
  • Dietary Carbohydrates
  • Insulin
  • Hydrogen
  • Amylases
  • alpha-Amylases