Search for dissertations about: "cereal grains"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 swedish dissertations containing the words cereal grains.

  2. 1. Absorption and accumulation of cadmium from cereal grains

    Author : Anncatherine Moberg Wing; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : cadmium accumulation; cereal grains; dietary fiber; iron status; pregnancy;

    Abstract : Cadmium (Cd) is a potentially toxic trace element. Cereal grains contribute one-third to one-half of the Cd exposure via the diet. Among cereal grains, wheat generally contains the highest Cd concentration and the bran and germ fractions contain more Cd than the endosperm. READ MORE

  4. 2. Characterisation of dietary fibre in cereal grains and products : emphasis on triticale and rye

    Author : Allah Rakha; Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet; Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet; []
    Keywords : LANTBRUKSVETENSKAPER; AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Utility of cereals is mainly defined by their composition. High content of extractable dietary fibre (DF) with retained molecular features may be desired for human consumption to derive certain benefits associated with DF. READ MORE

  5. 3. Effects of the level, type and processing of cereal grains in diets for dairy cows : feed intake and performance

    Author : Muhammad naeem Tahir; Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet; Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet; []
    Keywords : LANTBRUKSVETENSKAPER; AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES;

    Abstract : Milk yield in dairy cows is directly dependent on their feed or energy intake. Due to genetic improvements, dairy cows have increased their potential for milk yield. This implies that the animal's energy requirements are drastically increased. READ MORE

  6. 4. Phenolic content in cereals and legumes. Influence of processing and effect on in vitro availability

    Author : Elifatio E Towo; Chalmers tekniska högskola; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Tannins; galloyls; cereals; polyphenol oxidase; catechols; phytase; polyphenols; phytate; iron binding phenols; legumes; in vitro iron availability;

    Abstract : Iron deficiency anaemia is highly prevalent in Tanzania, and one of the major causes is the low bioavailability of iron in the plant food staple diet. Cereals and legumes contain large amounts of compounds that inhibit iron absorption, e.g. READ MORE

  7. 5. Glycaemic Response in Relation to Gastric Emptying and Satiety in Health and Disease

    Author : Joanna Hlebowicz; Kardiovaskulär forskning - immunitet och ateroskleros; []
    Keywords : Diabetes; Cinnamon; Satiety; Healthy subjects; Gastroparesis; Blood Glucose; Ultrasound; Gastric emptying; Whole-kernel; Dietary fibre; Beta-glucan; Wheat; Oat;

    Abstract : Dietary fibre and whole grains are recommended to prevent the development of type 2 diabetes. Low glycaemic index foods that are rich in fibre are recommended to control blood glucose levels. Gastric emptying, together with other factors, regulate the postprandial blood glucose response. READ MORE