NEW USE OF GERMINATED WHEAT EXTRACT AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

摘要

PURPOSE: A novel use of a germinated wheat extract and a method for preparing the extract are provided to significantly suppress sugar hydrolase, to reduce blood glucose, and to enhance the content of antioxidants and an antioxidative activity. CONSTITUTION: A method for preparing a germinated wheat extract comprises the steps of: soaking wheat in a solution containing sodium hypochlorite in the presence of light; germinating the soaked wheat for 24-48 hours while light is blocked; and collecting and drying the germinated wheat. The method further comprises the step of extracting the dried germinated wheat with hot water. [Reference numerals] (AA) Alpha-glucosidase inhibiting activity (% F.W._30mg/ml); (BB) 0 hr; (CC) 12 hr; (DD) 24 hr; (EE) 48 hr; (FF) Germination time