Functional Yogurt Consumption and Its Effects on the Lipid Profile of Healthy Subjects

Evaluation of the Effect of Consuming Yogurts Fortified With Dietary Sources of Vitamin E and Omega-3 on Classical Biomarkers of Cardiovascular Disease and Blood Levels of Vitamin E.

The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of the daily intake of yogurts enhanced with Sacha Inchi oil and hybrid palm tree oil on human plasma lipids related to cardiovascular risk factors

After being recruited and signing a written informed consent about the study and potential risks, the participants were randomized and assigned in a double-blind manner to one of three intervention groups (control yogurt, sacha inchi oil yogurt, or hybrid palm tree oil yogurt; consumption 1 bottle of 200ml per day for 90 days.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Normal total cholesterol (≤200mg/dl) levels
• Have a yogurt consumption habit of at least three times a week
• Maximum level of moderate physical activity
• Body mass index (BMI) of ≤29.9kg/m2
• Serum triacylglycerols below 400mg/dl

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of chronic disease (Arterial hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus, among others)
• A history of illicit drug use and/or chronic alcohol use, active smoking
• A well-established allergy to red palm olein and/or milk and its derivatives
• Consumption of nutritional supplements (antioxidants, omega 3, fiber, phytosterols)
• Pregnancy or lactation
• Having menopause
• High consumption of nuts, flaxseed, chia, and sesame seeds