Researchers find blood sugar-regulating peptide in red alga digestion
Scientists at Hokkaido University discovered a new peptide released during the digestion of red alga that may help regulate blood glucose levels.
Study published in Food Bioscience
The research team subjected dulse, known as Devaleraea inkyuleei, to an artificial digestion process in a laboratory. This procedure mimicked how the human body breaks down food to identify active compounds. They identified a novel peptide named EVYR consisting of four amino acids that emerges from this process.
Peptide inhibits specific enzyme
EVYR functions by blocking an enzyme called dipeptidyl peptidase-IV, which is responsible for breaking down certain hormones. Blocking this enzyme could assist in controlling blood glucose levels after eating. The pancreas normally releases insulin to help cells absorb glucose from the blood.
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