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Effect of Kefir on Appetite

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Appetitive Behavior
Interventions
Other: LGI-Kefir Breakfast
Other: LGI-Milk Breakfast
Other: HGI-Kefir Breakfast
Registration Number
NCT03636217
Lead Sponsor
TC Erciyes University
Brief Summary

This study aimed to determine the effect of kefir on appetite in healthy subjects. A randomized, single-blind, and 3-intervention crossover trial included 22 healthy and normal-weight (BMI 18.5-25 kg/m2) females aged 21-24 years. Participants were recruited to three test meals: an LGI-Milk, an LGI-Kefir, and an HGI-Kefir, with a one-week washout period. Appetite ratings were measured at 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, and 180 minutes. At the end of three hours, participants were served an ad libitum lunch meal. Then, the foods eaten at lunch were recorded and their energy and nutrient analysis was calculated.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
Female
Target Recruitment
24
Inclusion Criteria
  • Healthy
  • Normal-weight (BMI 18.5-25 kg/m2)
  • Female
  • 21-24 years
Exclusion Criteria
  • During the last three months, change more than 5 kg in body weight or following an energy-restricted diet
  • Being a vegan
  • Having any chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, etc.
  • Physician-diagnosed medications or conditions that influence metabolism
  • Smoking
  • Practicing endurance sports
  • Having difficulties with swallowing/eating
  • Lack of appetite
  • Hypersensitivity for the foods understudy
  • Pregnant or lactating

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
CROSSOVER
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
LGI-Kefir BreakfastLGI-Kefir BreakfastLow glycemic index and kefir content (LGI-Kefir) breakfast as a test meal
LGI-Milk BreakfastLGI-Milk BreakfastLow glycemic index and milk content (LGI-Milk) breakfast as a test meal
HGI-Kefir BreakfastHGI-Kefir BreakfastHigh glycemic index and kefir content (HGI-Kefir) breakfast as a test meal
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Fullness ratingThree hours postprandial period

Subjective assessment of appetite sensations was performed by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "How full do you feel? (not at all full - totally full)" at time points 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes, and fullness rating was quantified as AUC (mm x min), which was calculated according to the trapezoidal rule by using those VAS scores. Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a better outcome.

Hunger ratingThree hours postprandial period

Subjective assessment of appetite sensations was performed by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "How hungry do you feel? (not at all hungry - as hungry as I ever felt)" at time points 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes, and hunger rating was quantified as AUC (mm x min), which was calculated according to the trapezoidal rule by using those VAS scores. Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Desiring to eatThree hours postprandial period

Subjective assessment of appetite sensations was performed by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "How strong is your desire to eat? (very weak - very strong)" at time points 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes, and desiring to eat was quantified as AUC (mm x min), which was calculated according to the trapezoidal rule by using those VAS scores. Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Subsequent energy consumptionThree hours after the test breakfast

Energy intake at ad libitum lunch was calculated.

Prospective food consumptionThree hours postprandial period

Subjective assessment of appetite sensations was performed by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "How much do you think you can eat? (no food at all - a large amount of food)" at time points 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes, and prospective food consumption was quantified as AUC (mm x min), which was calculated according to the trapezoidal rule by using those VAS scores. Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Composite appetite scoreThree hours postprandial period

The separate visual analog scale factors like hunger, fullness, desiring for eat, and prospective food consumption were combined to produce an additional measure termed 'composite appetite score'. This average appetite score was computed for 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes using the following equation: \[(hunger + desire to eat + prospective food consumption + (100 - fullness)\]/4 Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Visual appeal of test mealImmediately after consuming test meal (at 15 min)

Palatability of test meals was measured by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "How is the visual appeal of test meal? (Good - Bad)" at time points 15 minutes (immediately after consuming test meal). Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Desiring for fattyThree hours postprandial period

Subjective assessment of desire for specific food types was performed by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "Would you like to eat something fatty? (No, not at all - Yes, very much)" at time points 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes, and desiring for fatty was quantified as AUC (mm x min), which was calculated according to the trapezoidal rule by using those VAS scores. Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Desiring for sweetThree hours postprandial period

Subjective assessment of desire for specific food types was performed by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "Would you like to eat something sweet? (No, not at all - Yes, very much)" at time points 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes, and desiring for sweet was quantified as AUC (mm x min), which was calculated according to the trapezoidal rule by using those VAS scores. Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Desiring for saltyThree hours postprandial period

Subjective assessment of desire for specific food types was performed by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "Would you like to eat something salty? (No, not at all - Yes, very much)" at time points 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes, and desiring for salty was quantified as AUC (mm x min), which was calculated according to the trapezoidal rule by using those VAS scores. Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Desiring for savouryThree hours postprandial period

Subjective assessment of desire for specific food types was performed by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "Would you like to eat something savoury? (No, not at all - Yes, very much)" at time points 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes, and desiring for savoury was quantified as AUC (mm x min), which was calculated according to the trapezoidal rule by using those VAS scores. Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Smell of test mealImmediately after consuming test meal (at 15 min)

Palatability of test meals was measured by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "How is the smell of test meal? (Good - Bad)" at time points 15 minutes (immediately after consuming test meal). Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Taste of test mealImmediately after consuming test meal (at 15 min)

Palatability of test meals was measured by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "How is the taste of test meal? (Good - Bad)" at time points 15 minutes (immediately after consuming test meal). Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Palatability of test mealImmediately after consuming test meal (at 15 min)

Palatability of test meals was measured by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "How is the palatability of test meal? (Good - Bad)" at time points 15 minutes (immediately after consuming test meal). Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a worse outcome.

Aftertaste of test mealImmediately after consuming test meal (at 15 min)

Palatability of test meals was measured by using a visual analog scale (VAS) composed of lines (of 100 mm in length) with words anchored at each end, expressing the most positive and the most negative rating. VAS ratings were measured by using a question "Is there any perceived taste in your mouth after test meal? (Much - None)" at time points 15 minutes (immediately after consuming test meal). Total scale score changes in a range of 0-100. Higher values represent a better outcome.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Erciyes University Faculty of Health Sciences

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Kayseri, Turkey

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