Effects of Meal Characteristics on Appetite

Effects of Meal Characteristics on Appetite: a Randomized Controlled Trial

The overall aim of the study is to determine effects of different meal characteristics on energy intake, eating rate and appetite.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age 18-64 years
• Body mass index (BMI) 18.5-35.0 kg/m2
• Weight stability the last 3 months +/-5%

Exclusion Criteria:

• Food allergies, intolerances or preferences preventing consumption of any products included in the study.

• Unable to sufficiently understand written and spoken Swedish or English to provide written consent and understand information and instructions from the study personal.

• Pregnant, lactating or planning a pregnancy during the study period.

• History of stomach or gastrointestinal conditions or major gastrointestinal surgery (Inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease, malabsorption, colostomy, bowel resection, gastric bypass surgery etc.)

• Type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes.

• Drug treated thyroid disorder

  •- Following any weight reduction program or having followed one during the last 6 months prior to screening.

• Medication for weight reduction purpose effecting appetite or fat absorption (e.g. GLP-1 analogues, orlistat)

• Severe dysfunctional eating behavior based on Three Factor Eating Questionnaire