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腸で吸収される糖質、されない糖質？―羅漢果やオリゴ糖が“糖質オフ”とされる理由―

「糖質＝太る」「糖質＝血糖値が上がる」そんなイメージをお持ちの方も多いかもしれません。けれど実は、すべての糖質が同じように腸で吸収されるわけではありません。 今回は、✔ 腸で“吸収される糖質”✔ 腸で“吸収されにくい（されない）糖質”の違いを整理しながら、羅漢果やオリゴ糖がなぜ“糖質オフ”につながるのかを解説します。 ■ 腸で吸収される糖質とは？ 代表的なのが、 ブドウ糖（グルコース）,果糖...

Have you heard the term "carbohydrate fatigue" around town lately?

Many people today suffer from chronic ailments such as "I just can't shake off the fatigue," "I feel extremely sleepy in the afternoon," and "I can't concentrate for long." The cause of these probl...

Glycation of the body accelerates aging!? What is the invisible enemy "AGEs"?

Are you aware of the phenomenon called "glycation" that occurs in our bodies every day? It may not be a term you're familiar with, but if you care about beauty and health, it's a keyword you'll ...

About Gestational Diabetes

What is gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition that affects approximately 10% of pregnant women. Women who were not diabetic before pregnancy are diagnosed wit...

How to enjoy sweets while pregnant

Food preferences change during pregnancy, and you may find yourself craving sweets. However, when it comes to nutritional balance and blood sugar management, you need to be a little creative when ...

Do you know about the GI value?

The term "GI value" is often heard when practicing carbohydrate restriction or low-carb diets. Many people may know that a lower GI value is better, but when asked what the GI value is, some may h...