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The Economic Burden Of Gluten-Free Products And The Potential Of Dietary Inhibitors Of Transglutaminase-2, Kristen Kramer
The Economic Burden Of Gluten-Free Products And The Potential Of Dietary Inhibitors Of Transglutaminase-2, Kristen Kramer
LSU Master's Theses
Celiac disease (CD) is a chronic immune-mediated disease of the small intestine caused by the ingestion of gluten. Gluten presents to the intestine largely intact where it is deamidated by Transglutaminase-2 (TG2), increasing affinity for Human Leukocyte Antigen DQ2 (HLA-DQ2) and forming a complex that elicits an inflammatory response ultimately leading to villous atrophy. The only current treatment is strict adherence to a gluten-free diet, though TG2 inhibition is an attractive therapy due its central role in CD pathogenesis. Cocoa contains procyanidin-B2, theobromine and caffeine and may be capable of inhibiting TG2-induced intestinal inflammation and reduce CD symptoms. Procyanidin-B2 rich …
Health Benefit Statements Affect Consumer Liking, Emotions, And Purchase Intent: A Case Of Gluten-Free, Sugar Reduced Banana Muffins, Amber Renee Jack
Health Benefit Statements Affect Consumer Liking, Emotions, And Purchase Intent: A Case Of Gluten-Free, Sugar Reduced Banana Muffins, Amber Renee Jack
LSU Master's Theses
Product information given to consumers can be used to improve food choices; however, consumers may respond differently depending on the given information. Nutritional information can serve as an instrument to positively influence healthier food choices and purchase intent. The market for gluten-free products reached $5.5 billion in 2015; however, there is a need for development of acceptable gluten-free and sugar-free products driven by consumers who are nowadays more health conscious. Muffin, a high calorie baked-good product, is very popular among consumers and known for its pleasant aroma and sweet taste qualities. There are a number of commercial gluten-free muffin products, …