Learn about Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs)
What is an advanced glycation end product?
An advanced glycation end product is a type of chemical compound that is formed when protein or fat combine with sugar in the bloodstream. (1)
What do advanced glycation end products do?
can build up in the body, causing oxidative stress and chronic inflammation. (1)
What contains advanced glycation end products?
the human body (1)
certain foods cooked at high temperaturess (1)
grilled, fried, or toasted foods (1)
Certain foods, such as animal foods that are high in fat and protein, are more susceptible to AGE formation during high heat cooking. (1)
some cheeses
fried eggs
butter
cream cheese (1, 2)
margarine
mayonnaise
oils
nuts
roasted cashews(2)
roasted walnuts(2)
roasted almonds(2)
dry roasted peanuts (2)
roasted sunflower seeds (2)
sesame oil ((2)
AGEs have been linked to inflammation, insulin resistance, diabetes, vascular and kidney diseas, and Alzhemier’s disease. (3)
What produces advanced glycation end products?
High heat cooking, including broiling, grilling, and frying forms advanced glycation end products. (3)
How to get reduce the number of AGEs in your body?
AGEs can be reduced by steaming or boiling or by making stews. (3) The key is to cook at low heat and to maintain the water content of foods. (3)
Resources
1. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/advanced-glycation-end-products
2. https://deannaminich.com/how-to-eat-an-anti-inflammatory-diet-by-reducing-advanced-glycation-endproducts-ages/
3. https://www.drweil.com/diet-nutrition/cooking-cookware/sauteing-for-our-health/
