Habte ML, Beyene EA, Feyisa TO, Admasu FT, Tilahun A, Diribsa GC. Nutritional Values of Teff (
Eragrostis tef) in Diabetic Patients: Narrative Review.
Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes 2022;
15:2599-2606. [PMID:
36035517 PMCID:
PMC9416382 DOI:
10.2147/dmso.s366958]
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Abstract
Introduction
Teff (Eragrostis tef) is an indigenous crop in Ethiopia and exists in white, red, and mixed varieties. Several types of research confirmed that teff is rich in many essential amino acids, slowly digesting carbohydrates, essential fatty acids, minerals, vitamins, fibers, and other components. Since teff has a low glycemic index, is enriched in essential amino acids and fatty acids, and contains nutritionally balanced minerals, vitamins, and their precursors, it could be a promising food for the prevention and management of diabetes. People with diabetes mellitus are recommended to feed on a diet having a low glycemic index and enriched in essential nutrients.
Objective
This review aimed to summarize the nutritional composition of teff (Eragrostis tef) and its value in diabetic patients.
Methodology
We searched Web of Science, PubMed, Medline, Embase, and Google Scholar for studies on the nutritional composition of teff and its value for diabetic patients published in English since 2010.
Conclusion
According to available data, teff is a nutritionally valuable food type for diabetic patients.
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