Protein and fibre both help with satiety, study suggests
A study suggests both protein and fibre contribute to feelings of fullness. The researchers found fibre may be underappreciated for its role in satiety.
The findings highlight fibre's potential in appetite regulation, though more research is needed.
Study design
The research involved human participants and focused on how different nutrients affect satiety.
Fibre's role
The study indicates fibre may help reduce hunger, though its effects were less pronounced than those of protein.
Common questions
Does fibre help with feeling full?
Yes, the study suggests fibre contributes to satiety, though not as strongly as protein.
What were the study's limitations?
The study's sample size and duration were not specified, and further research is needed to confirm the findings.
Sources
- Which is more filling, protein or fibre? By Margaret Murray, Senior Lecturer, Nutrition, Swinburne University of Technology, The Conversation · theconversation.com
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