Investigating the Effects of Prebiotic-based Snacks on Perceived Feelings of 'Satisfaction' and on the Balance of Bacteria in the Human Gut (NutriSAT)
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Obesity
- Sponsor
- University of Reading
- Enrollment
- 47
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Differences in perceived appetite (assessed using visual analogue scales)
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 9 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
To determine the effects of prebiotic 'snacks' on gut health and satisfaction between meals
Detailed Description
The role of the bacteria that reside in the human gut play in human health and disease is of increasing importance. Evidence gathered over recent decades' shows that certain bacteria can improve resistance to gut infections, reduce cholesterol levels, synthesise vitamins and improve the immune response. The potential to modulate the relative balance of these so-called 'beneficial' bacteria has been demonstrated through the use of certain fibre sources termed prebiotics. In addition there is interest to understand how snacks containing these fibre sources may affect levels of 'satisfaction' between meals. The current study will address these issues and lead to a greater understanding of the role that prebiotics may play in gut health and overall metabolism.
Investigators
Mark Hobden
Mr
University of Reading
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Exclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Differences in perceived appetite (assessed using visual analogue scales)
Time Frame: Within 18 months
Secondary Outcomes
- Alterations to the relative balance of bacterial groups in faeces (assessed using flow cytometry)(Within 18 months)