The glycemic index of bread and biscuits is markedly reduced by the addition of a proprietary fiber mixture to the ingredients.

Abstract

Low glycemic index (GI) foods are associated with improved prevention and control of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases (e.g. diabetes and myocardial infarction), even if the impact of their consumption within mixed meals is difficult to predict. Since the availability of wheat based products maintaining taste and texture of traditional ones, but with a low GI, is of relevant nutritional interest, the aim of this study was to assess the effects of a specific proprietary fiber mix, added to the wheat flour used for biscuits and bread preparation, on their GI.