Why was this study done? Obesity and overweight are major health challenges and associated with many diseases. This study was designed to investigate the effects of one meal a day with high-protein soy meal replacement product on weight loss. What did the study find? The study followed individuals from one to 48 months and noted…
Why was this study done? Determining the best macronutrient (protein, carbohydrate, fat) makeup of a meal is difficult. This study was designed to investigate the effects of 58 grams of carbohydrate along with varying amounts of protein 0, 15.8, 24.1, 33.6, and 49.9 grams to determine the effects of serum glucose and insulin. What did…
Why was this study done? Discovering tools for inducing satiety is an important part of the weight management puzzle. This study was designed to investigate the role of fiber in managing hunger. The study used differing types (water soluble, water insoluble) and differing amounts of fiber. What did the study find? The study discovered that…
Why was this study done? Two of the keys to a successful weight loss program are a low-calorie diet and increased exercise. These two strategies are often combined without understanding the effects of each individual part. This study was designed to separate a low-calorie diet from aerobic conditioning to determine which has more effect on…
Why was this study done? The health benefits of a plant-based diet are many. This study was designed to investigate the effects of replacing animal protein (milk) with vegetable-based protein (soy) during a weight loss program to see the effects of both diets on blood lipids (cholesterol, LDL, HDL). What did the study find? During…
Why was this study done? Typically, weight loss includes loss of lean body mass. This loss of lean body mass can lead to a reduction in metabolism (metabolic rate). This study was designed to determine whether a diet and exercise program was capable of providing weight loss while maintaining lean body mass and metabolic rate.…
Why was this study done? Multiple studies have shown that reducing weight has beneficial effects on cardiovascular risk factors. This study was designed to discover the effects of a diet and exercise routine on cardiovascular disease risk factors in moderately obese postmenopausal women. What did the study find? After 24 weeks of following a diet…
Why was this study done? Obesity and overweight are risk factors for cardiovascular disease. This study was designed to discover the effects of a diet and exercise routine on cardiovascular disease risk factors in moderately obese women. What did the study find? While all groups in the study lost weight after 24 weeks, moderate caloric…
Why was this study done? Caloric restriction is well-known to reduce metabolic rate because of a loss of lean body mass. Discovering ways to reduce caloric intake while maintaining lean body mass is of utmost importance to persons who wish to lose and maintain a healthy weight. This study was designed to understand the role…
Why was this study done? Blood sugar control is thought to play an important role in weight management. Chromium is an important factor in normal insulin (one of the hormone responsible for blood sugar control) function. This study was designed to determine the effects of supplementing with chromium picolinate on weight control. What did the…