Phytase and phytate degradation in humans
- PMID: 2541385
- DOI: 10.1111/j.1753-4887.1989.tb02823.x
Phytase and phytate degradation in humans
Abstract
Human intestinal phytases play a minor role in phytate degradation. However, endogenous phytases in bran have a major effect on phytate hydrolysis. The amount of endogenous phytase activity varies with the method of processing of the fiber.
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