About Careers Internship MedBlog Contact us
Medindia LOGIN REGISTER
Advertisement

Munching on Berries Helps Lose Weight

by Dr. Trupti Shirole on February 11, 2015 at 7:55 AM
 Munching on Berries Helps Lose Weight

Munching on berries such as strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries instead of sweets can help you lose weight, says a new study by Loughborough University. Researchers claim that this dietary change cuts down calorie intake at the next meal and could make a person lose a pound a month, even if there was no physical exercise done, and nearly a stone in a year.

Dr Lewis James said, "Our findings that berries had number of potential health benefits, however, it was the first time that consuming them as a snack has been shown to reduce how much people eat during the next meal of the day."

Advertisement

During the 4-month trial involving 12 participants, who after a berry snack were told to eat a pasta dinner until they were comfortably full and satisfied. Researchers estimated that people switching from an afternoon confectionery snack to mixed berries might expect to reduce their energy intake by 938 calories a week on average. Given that 1 pound of body fat is equivalent to around 3500 calories, this reduction in daily energy intake would probably produce a loss of approximately 1 pound of body fat a month and nearly a stone in a year.

Source: Medindia
Font : A-A+

Advertisement

Advertisement
Advertisement

Recommended Readings

Latest Obesity News

Pathbreaking Anti-Obesity Drug KDS2010 Helps Burn Fat Without Diet Restrictions
KDS2010 drug was found to regulate astrocytes in brain which enhances fat metabolism resulting in weight loss without the need for dietary restrictions.
Inflammation Impacts Weight Loss Post Bariatric Surgery
In obese patients undergoing weight-loss surgery, higher blood levels of inflammation are associated with poor weight loss post-surgery.
Coconut Oil Supplements Linked to Fuel Obesity
Coconut oil supplements over a long period of time may have a major impact on the metabolic changes in diet that can lead to obesity.
Anti-Obesity Drug Liraglutide Enhances Associative Learning
Intake of anti-obesity drug liraglutide, resulted in better brain activity and in-turn finer associative learning in obese individuals.
Nature's Anti-obesity Secret from China
Anti-obesity potential of a tropical plant emerges as a promising solution to address the global surge in obesity-related lifestyle diseases.
View All
This site uses cookies to deliver our services.By using our site, you acknowledge that you have read and understand our Cookie Policy, Privacy Policy, and our Terms of Use  Ok, Got it. Close
MediBotMediBot
Greetings! How can I assist you?MediBot
×

Munching on Berries Helps Lose Weight Personalised Printable Document (PDF)

Please complete this form and we'll send you a personalised information that is requested

You may use this for your own reference or forward it to your friends.

Please use the information prudently. If you are not a medical doctor please remember to consult your healthcare provider as this information is not a substitute for professional advice.

Name *

Email Address *

Country *

Areas of Interests