Health Assessment of Low GI-High Protein Rice to enhance Glycemic Control through Nutrition (HARVEST)
Healthy glycaemic control is essential for maintaining overall health and reducing the risk of both short-term and long-term complications associated with abnormal blood glucose levels. Keeping blood sugar within a healthy range helps the body use energy efficiently, supports stable mood and energy levels, and protects vital organs such as the heart, kidneys, eyes, and nerves. Good glycaemic control can also lower the risk of developing diabetes-related complications, improve quality of life, and contribute to better overall metabolic health and well-being.
What does A*STAR IHDP hope to do?
We aim to assess the effects of consuming low glycaemic index, high-protein rice for 16 weeks on blood glucose control in Asians.
Who are we looking for?
- Males or females, aged 40 to 65 years old
- Chinese, Malay or Indian
- Non-diabetic
- Body Mass Index between 23-32 kg/m2
- Habitually consuming 1.5 to 2.5 bowls of polished white rice per day
What should you expect?
- Consumption of assigned study rice for 16 weeks
- 7 study visits
- Oral glucose tolerance test, blood draws & collection of stool samples
- Questionnaires, food diaries, body composition analysis & prescribed meal tests
To find out more, email ihdp_harvest@a-star.edu.sg or contact us at (+65) 8938 7374.