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Dietary Carbohydrate Chemistry, Nutrition, and Utilization

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Dear Colleagues,

The topic issue “Dietary Carbohydrate Chemistry, Nutrition, and Utilization” focuses on the essential role of carbohydrates in human health and their diverse impacts. This issue invites submissions exploring the balance between glycemic and non-glycemic carbohydrates, emphasizing their implications for food production, gut health, and long-term well-being. Key areas of interest include the chemistry, digestion, and health benefits of carbohydrates such as resistant starch, human milk oligosaccharides, beta-glucans, and other non-starch polysaccharides. We welcome manuscripts addressing carbohydrate metabolism, glycemic response mechanisms, prebiotic effects, and innovative approaches to utilizing carbohydrates in food systems. Research on carbohydrate structure–function relationships, in vitro and clinical investigations, and their role in preventing and managing diseases is particularly encouraged. This issue aims to provide a comprehensive resource for researchers, nutritionists, dieticians, and food scientists advancing knowledge of carbohydrate nutrition and its application in promoting human health. We look forward to your valuable contributions to this exciting field.

Prof. Dr. Bin Zhang
Prof. Dr. Lijun Sun
Dr. Zhuqing Xie
Topic Editors

Keywords

  • carbohydrate chemistry
  • glycemic and non-glycemic carbohydrates
  • resistant starch and prebiotics
  • carbohydrate metabolism
  • colonic fermentation and gut health

Participating Journals

Dietetics
Open Access
217 Articles
Launched in 2022
1.8Impact Factor
-CiteScore
26 DaysSubmission to First Decision
9 DaysAcceptance to Publication
Q4Highest JCR Category Ranking
Foods
Open Access
27,567 Articles
Launched in 2012
6.0Impact Factor
10.3CiteScore
15 DaysSubmission to First Decision
3 DaysAcceptance to Publication
Q1Highest JCR Category Ranking
Nutrients
Open Access
40,065 Articles
Launched in 2009
5.8Impact Factor
10.2CiteScore
16 DaysSubmission to First Decision
3 DaysAcceptance to Publication
Q1Highest JCR Category Ranking
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