Exiguous premeal saccharide intake reduces subsequent food intake in men

Abstract

Purpose Satiety is a crucial factor in the attempt to reduce food intake for long-term body weight loss. Since there is evidence for a negative correlation between cerebral energy levels and food intake, the provision of the primary energy substrate glucose to the brain through oral ingestion of carbohydrates could trigger feelings of satiety. Therefore, we hypothesized that a low-calorie saccharide preload would increase satiety, reduce subsequent food intake, and thereby decrease overall calorie consumption. Methods In a randomized single-blind crossover study, 17 healthy young normal-weight men received saccharide (26 kcal in total) or placebo capsules 30 min before a standardized breakfast buffet. We analysed food intake from the test buffet as well as plasma glucose and serum insulin levels. Results The saccharide preload reduced food intake from the buffet by 168 (± 34) kcal (p < 0.001) compared to control. This corresponds to a net reduction in total calorie consumption by 142 (± 34) kcal (p < 0.001) or 9.3% due to saccharide capsules. Conclusion A very low-calorie saccharide preload considerably reduces subsequent food intake leading to decreased overall calorie consumption. A saccharide preload before meals could, therefore, be a promising support for reducing caloric intake. German Clinical Trials Register DRKS00010281 (date of registration: 11.04.2016)

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“…Athletes' metabolic and hormonal processes, clinical behavior, and performance status may all be altered by their nutrition, sleep, and social behaviors. [15] 17 young healthy males of normal weight administration of 26 kcal saccharide and placebo capsules at breakfast Low sugar levels will have an impact on subsequent food intake so that it will lead to a decrease in overall calorie consumption. [8] 24 elite track and field athletes between the ages of 18 and 30.…”

“…This is proven by research from [8], [22], [32]- [34]. This is caused by a lack of knowledge of athletes and coaches in setting the right athlete's diet [13], [15], [28], [35]. By having good nutritional knowledge, athletes will manage intake appropriately [36].…”