title: Glycemic index and satiety.
abstract: We examine whether the consumption of low-glycemic index (GI) carbohydrates may facilitate a reduction in energy intake in obese people attempting to lose weight. Although data from long-term studies are lacking, short-term investigations indicate that consumption of low-GI carbohydrates may delay the return of hunger and reduce subsequent energy intake relative to consumption of higher-GI carbohydrates. While long-term research on GI and weight regulation is needed, current evidence suggests a potential role for low-GI carbohydrates in weight-reducing regimens.
authors.affiliation: Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University, 711 Washington St., Boston, MA 02111, USA.
authors.forename: Susan B
authors.initials: SB
authors.lastname: Roberts
mesh_terms: D001786:Blood Glucose / Q000032:analysis; D004435:Eating; D002149:Energy Intake; D004734:Energy Metabolism; D005230:Fatty Acids, Nonesterified / Q000097:blood; D038321:Glycemic Index; D006801:Humans; D009765:Obesity / Q000628:therapy; D012527:Satiation; D015431:Weight Loss
chemical_list: D001786:Blood Glucose; D005230:Fatty Acids, Nonesterified