Abstract
Background/Objectives: To investigate the feasibility of Fabuless (previously called Olibra and Reducal) as a food ingredient for food intake and appetite reduction, by assessing the effects of food processing on efficacy.
Subjects/Methods: In total, 24 healthy volunteers (16 female, 8 male; age: 18-43 years; body mass index: 18-37 kg/m(2)) took part in a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blinded, cross-over trial. Yoghurt-based meal replacement drinks (containing processed or unprocessed Fabuless, or a control fat) were followed by an ad libitum lunch and evening meal (dinner). Key outcome measures were energy intake and self-reported appetite ratings.
Results: Compared with control, only unprocessed Fabuless reduced subsequent energy intake, although only during dinner (P
Translated title of the contribution | No efficacy of processed Fabuless™ (Olibra™) in suppressing appetite or food intake |
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Original language | English |
Pages (from-to) | 81 - 86 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | European Journal of Clinical Nutrition |
Volume | 65 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2011 |