Insoluble fiber-rich fractions (FRFs), including insoluble dietary fiber, alcohol-insoluble solid, and water-insoluble solid, were isolated from the peel of
Citrus sinensis L. cv.
Liucheng. We found that thesethree FRFs could effectively adsorb glucose, retard glucose diffusion, and inhibit the activity of
-amylase to different extents. These mechanisms might create a concerted benefit in decreasingthe rate of glucose absorption and eventually lower the concentration of postprandial serum glucose.The potential hypoglycemic effects of these FRFs suggested that they could be incorporated as low-calorie bulk ingredients in high-fiber foods to reduce calorie level and control blood glucose level.Keywords: Insoluble dietary fiber; alcohol-insoluble solid; water-insoluble solid; fiber-rich fractions;in vitro hypoglycemic effect;
Citrus sinensis L. cv. Liucheng; peel