The effects of kefir in mixed meals on appetite and food intake: a randomized cross-over trial

ABSTRACT Objective The natural probiotic kefir is fermented milk, and may have effects on satiety voluntary energy intake. This randomized crossover trial aimed to determine whether kefir, consumed with low- or high-glycemic index meals, affects appetite subsequent food Methods Twenty four healthy females aged 21-24 years, were recruited from Erciyes University the surrounding community. participants submitted three different breakfasts: a low glycemic accompanied by high 1-week washout period between meals. At 0, 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, 180 minutes after meal, ratings measured visual analog scale, then ad libitum lunch was served. Results No differences in scores intake detected test Furthermore, palatability similar except for higher score of overall palatability. Conclusion study demonstrated that adding meal prevent increases intake, resulting postprandial responses those meal. These findings might enable development novel dietary strategies based regulation treat obesity, particularly Western societies. registered at ClinicalTrials.gov under process NCT03636217.