METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE RELEASE OF CARBOHYDRATES BY ENCAPSULATION AND COMPOSITION THEREFOR

摘要

A composition of carbohydrates having an edible coating is disclosed, whereby the coated carbohydrate, when orally ingested, causes a time delay release of the carbohydrate into the digestive system. The method of administering carbohydrates in this manner may be useful in the treatment of diseases such as diabetes and exercise programs calling for sustained effort.