Effects of the Combination of L-Arabinose and Indigestible Dextrin on Obesity

Effects of the Combination of L-Arabinose and Indigestible Dextrin on Obesity: a Double-Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial

This study aims to investigate the effect of supplement containing L-arabinose and indigestible dextrin on body mass index, body fat mass, abdominal circumference, visceral fat mass, and serum biochemical parameters in overweight subjects.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Healthy as based on medical history and physical examination
• BMI between 25 and 30 kg/m2
• Willing not to serve as blood donor during the study
• Informed consent signed

Exclusion Criteria:

• Female subjects who are pregnant or nursing a child
• Participation in any clinical trial up to 90 days before Day 01 of this study
• Renal or hepatic dysfunction
• Heart disease
• Under medication
• Subjects who are taking functional food designed for weight loss or serum lipid reduction