Nutrients, Vol. 17, Pages 900: Solid-State Fermented Cereals: Increased Phenolics and Their Role in Attenuating Liver Diseases
Nutrients doi: 10.3390/nu17050900
Authors:
Wijaya
Vornoli
Giambastiani
Digiacomo
Macchia
Szymczak
Wójcik
Pozzo
Longo
Liver diseases, a leading cause of global mortality, necessitate effective dietary strategies. Fermented cereals, traditionally recognized for benefits in glucose regulation, lipid profiles, and antioxidant activity, hold potential for managing conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. However, their specific impact on liver health requires further investigation. Fermentation, particularly solid-state fermentation (SSF), enhances the bioavailability of beneficial compounds, including phenolics. This review summarizes recent studies on the phenolic content of fermented cereals, highlighting variations based on microbial strains and cereal types. It examines the hepatoprotective effects of these phenolics, drawing on in vivo and in vitro research. Furthermore, the review explores recent findings on the impact of fermented cereals on liver health and related diseases. This work provides a foundation for future research exploring fermented cereals as a dietary intervention for liver disease prevention and management.
Liver diseases, a leading cause of global mortality, necessitate effective dietary strategies. Fermented cereals, traditionally recognized for benefits in glucose regulation, lipid profiles, and antioxidant activity, hold potential for managing conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. However, their specific impact on liver health requires further investigation. Fermentation, particularly solid-state fermentation (SSF), enhances the bioavailability of beneficial compounds, including phenolics. This review summarizes recent studies on the phenolic content of fermented cereals, highlighting variations based on microbial strains and cereal types. It examines the hepatoprotective effects of these phenolics, drawing on in vivo and in vitro research. Furthermore, the review explores recent findings on the impact of fermented cereals on liver health and related diseases. This work provides a foundation for future research exploring fermented cereals as a dietary intervention for liver disease prevention and management. Read More