Therese Hjorth
PhD project title: Metabolic effects of high‑fibre diets and low GI‑diets among individuals with elevated cardiometabolic risk
Short description of the project
This project investigates the metabolic effects of high‑fibre diets and low glycaemic‑index (GI) diets in individuals at elevated risk of cardiometabolic disease. The research evaluates how foods rich in specific types of dietary fibre or with distinct GI characteristics may be used in prevention of obesity and pre‑diabetes. I am also studying the effects of β‑glucans in adults with pre‑diabetes within a large European multicentre clinical trial. The overall aim is to contribute to improved dietary strategies for preventing type 2 diabetes and related metabolic conditions.
Supervisors
Main supervisor
- Rikard Landberg, Chalmers University of Technology
Co-supervisors:
- Marie Palmnäs
- Göran Bergström
Location
Chalmers University of Technology, Department of Biology and Biological Engineering
About me
I am a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in clinical nutrition. I am passionate about science and research, especially clinical trials where I can work hands‑on with participants. I find it meaningful to investigate whether accessible foods—rich in fibre or with beneficial glycaemic properties—can help prevent type 2 diabetes, a condition affecting millions of people worldwide. My work allows me to combine clinical practice, nutrition science and the possibility to make a real difference for public health.