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ea0044p112 | Diabetes and Cardiovascular | SFEBES2016

Glycaemic load of commonly consumed beans among Nigerians with diabetes mellitus

Olopade Oluwarotimi , Odeniyi Ifedayo , Iwuala Sandra , Kayode Oluwatosin , Fasanmade Olufemi , Ajala Wale , Chima Patience , Ohwovoriole Augustine

Introduction: Persons with Diabetes mellitus (DM) consume more of beans (Vigna unguiculata (Linn) Walp species) in Nigeria because of its low glycaemic index (GI). The quantity of beans consumed per meal has not been adequately considered.Objective: To determine the glycaemic load (GL) of among persons with DM.Methods: Twelve consenting T2DM persons and twelve healthy participants took part in this study. Anthropometric measurement...