date:Aug 28, 2012
The powder can be added to soups, smoothies or fruit shakes and once it reaches the stomach, it turns into a gel, providing a sense of fullness and hunger-satisfaction.
In a study conducted by the researchers, volunteers consumed 13% lower calories when they were provided a second meal, two hours after taking the powder.
Study researcher Carsten Huettermann said the ingredient would make people feel full after eating smaller amounts of food.
Our next step now is to investigate in further studies