Effects of food texture on appetite and energy balance
Influence of Food Texture on Appetite Control, Gastric Emptying, and Energy Expenditure
This study tests how the texture of food, like liquid versus oatmeal, affects hunger and energy use in healthy young adults.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 35 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Kiel Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kiel) |
| Trial ID | NCT06853249 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how different food textures, specifically liquid versus semi-solid meals, affect appetite control, gastric emptying, and energy expenditure in healthy young adults. Participants will consume either a protein-rich liquid meal or an isocaloric oatmeal to assess their satiety and energy intake at subsequent meals. The study also examines the impact of adding a caloric drink versus a non-caloric drink alongside oatmeal on energy compensation. The goal is to understand how meal texture influences overall energy balance.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy males and females aged 18-35 with a Body Mass Index between 19-35 kg/m2 and low to medium habitual physical activity.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic illnesses, food allergies, or those on weight loss diets may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into dietary strategies that optimize appetite control and energy intake for better health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have explored the effects of food texture on appetite, suggesting potential for success in this area.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * healthy males and females * Body Mass Index between 19-35 kg/m2 * low to medium habitual physical activity * women with regular menstrual cycle (during intervention in follicular phase) Exclusion Criteria: * smoking (cigarettes + cannabis) * chronic illnesses * regular intake of medication * Anemia and/or iron deficiency * food allergies / intolerances * vegans * regular high physical activity (exercise \>1 hour/d) * current weight loss diet / weight loss of \>5 kg in the last 3 months * restraint eaters (according to the German version of the 'Three-Factor-Eating-Questionnaire', Stunkard und Messick (1985)) * active participation in another trial * pregnant / lactating women * persons incapable of giving informed legal consent
Where this trial is running
Kiel
- Kiel University, Institute of Human Nutrition — Kiel, Germany (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Anja Bosy-Westphal, PhD, MD — University of Kiel, Department of Human Nutrition
- Study coordinator: Anja Bosy-Westphal, PhD, MD
- Email: abosyw@nutrition.uni-kiel.de
- Phone: +494318805674
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.