Novel Fiber Formulation Does Not Alter Cardiometabolic Profiles in Overweight Participants Consuming Low-Fiber Diets

ABSTRACT: Abstract

Objectives

The objective of this study was to determine whether a novel fiber formulation improves glucose, insulin, and lipid profiles in overweight men and women consuming a low fiber diet.

Methods

Twenty individuals were enrolled in this randomized order, placebo-controlled, cross-over study. Participants were young, healthy, overweight (BMI 23.0–32.0) and consumed <15 g/day of fiber. All participants consumed the fiber and placebo supplement for a period of 4 weeks each, with a 4-week washout between intervention arms. Participants recorded their diet for 3 days using dietary records twice during each 4-week segment. They consumed either fiber and/or placebo packet containing a total of 12 g/serving per day. The Fiber and/or Placebo was given out as powder fo

SUBMITTER: Kang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7257294 | biostudies-literature | 2020 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature