Patent ID: 6140304
Filing Date: 2000-10-31
Classification: A23L,A23V,A61K

Abstract:
A method for the reduction of hyperinsulinemia in a person by the control of insulin and glucagon levels, which method comprises:a) providing for the oral introduction into the person of a therapeutic, effective amount of a solid food product having a total calorie value, which solid food product comprises:i) a protein source of high biological value having about 20 to 40% of total calorie value;ii) a carbohydrate source composed primarily of a low glycemic index having about 30 to 50% of total calorie value;iii) a fat source having about 20 to 40% of total calorie value wherein the fat source comprises a combination of activated Omega 6 essential fatty acids and activated Omega 3 essential fatty acids in a ratio of Omega 3 acids to Omega 6 acids of greater than 2:1; andiv) the protein source to carbohydrate source ratio greater than 0.4:1, but less than 1:1, to control the insulin and glucagon levels of the person.