Soy Fiber Improves Weight Loss and Lipid Profile
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The aim of this study is to examine the effects of soy fiber on body weight, body composition and blood lipids in overweight and obese participants.
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Thirty nine overweight and obese college adults (19-39 y of age) were randomly assigned to consume control biscuits or biscuits supplemented with soy fiber for 12 wk (approximately 100g/d). Information on body weight, body mass index, waist/hip circumference, blood pressure as well as measures of lipoprotein, glucose concentrations, and HbA1c was obtained at baseline, 8 and 12 wk after intervention. Body composition was also assessed at baseline and wk 12, respectively.
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- BMI of 23-35 kg/m2
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- Subjects taking any drugs, botanicals or nutraceutical known to influence body weight or blood pressure
- significant history of eating disorders
- strenuous exercise to lose weight
- lipid-lowering medication
- use of steroids and other agents that may influence lipid metabolism
- hyperlipidemia
- hyperglycemia
- diabetes mellitus
- cardiovascular disease
- major systemic diseases
- gastrointestinal problems
- liver and renal failure
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39 participants in 2 patient groups, including a placebo group
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