Effect of Exercise With or Without Breakfast, on Metabolism, Appetite and Cognition

The Interactive Effect of Breakfast Consumption and Exercise on Metabolism, Appetite and Cognitive Function

The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of eating breakfast in combination with exercise on fat usage, appetite and brain performance later in the day.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male
• Aged 18-45 years
• BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m2
• Physically active: able to run for 1 h at a moderate pace
• Healthy

Exclusion Criteria:

• Smokers
• Food allergies
• Metabolic disorders
• Restrained eaters (equivalent of >7 for restrained on TFEQ)
• Consuming herbal/dietary supplements
• History of head trauma
• Learning difficulties
• ADHD
• Dyslexia
• History of migraines
• Gastric problems