Amylose-amylopectin ratio may influence the rate of starch digestion. This randomized controlled study evaluated the postprandial metabolic effects of amylose-rich- wheat- based rusks in overweight subjects.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Overweight/obese;
• 30-60 years.

Exclusion Criteria:

• age <30 and >60 years;
• fasting triglycerides ≥400 mg/dl;
• fasting cholesterol >270 mg/dl;
• cardiovascular events (myocardial infarction or stroke) during the 6 months prior to the study;
• established diabetes mellitus or any chronic disease;
• renal and liver failure (creatinine >1.7 mg/dl and transaminases >2 times than normal values, respectively);
• anaemia (Hb <12 g /dl);
• any chronic disease.