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An α-amylase inhibitor purified from black beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) prevents the utilization of starch either in normal or diabetic rats during short-time starch loading tests. It causes hypoglycaemia and alters accordingly the serum insulin and non esterified fatty acids levels. These effects are dose dependent and doses higher than 31 mg of the inhibitor can promote the complete smoothing on serum glucose level. The existence of starch in the presence of the inhibitor in the intestine doesn't alter the secretion or production of α-amylase by the pancreas.