Calcium and Gut Hormones

The Effect of Calcium Ingestion on Gut Hormone Secretion.

Gut hormones have therapeutic potential in the prevention and treatment obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2D). Rodent evidence suggests that calcium may stimulate gut hormone secretion. Evidence in humans however, is lacking. This study aims to assess whether the calcium ingestion stimulates gut hormone availability in humans.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Healthy men and women age between 18-65 yrs.
• Able to consume provided supplement.
• Weight stable for the past 3 month (no change within 3%)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any previous or current metabolic, cardio-pulmonary or musculoskeletal disease
• Not between the ages of 18-65 years
• A body mass index below 18.5 kg/m2 or above 30 kg/m2 (body mass (kg) divided by your height (m) squared)
• Taking medications that may influence your metabolism
• Plans to change your lifestyle (diet and/or physical activity) during the study period
• Not willing to refrain from alcohol containing drinks or unaccustomed exercise one day before the laboratory sessions.
• Current smoker