Lutein supplementation combined with a low calorie diet in the middle-aged obese individuals: effects on anthropometric indices, body composition, and metabolic parameters.

Lutein supplementation combined with a low calorie diet in the middle-aged obese individuals: effects on anthropometric indices, body composition, and metabolic parameters. Br J Nutr. 2020 Dec 10;:1-32 Authors: Hajizadeh-Sharafabad F, Tarighat-Esfanjani A, Ghoreishi Z, Sarreshtedari M Abstract Lutein is considered as a major biologically active carotenoid, with potential benefits for obesity and cardiometabolic health. This double-blind, randomized controlled trial aimed to assess whether the consumption of lutein along with a low calorie diet (LCD) can influence anthropometric indices, body composition, and metabolic parameters in obese middle-aged individuals. After a 2-week run-in period with an LCD, 48 participants aged 45-65 y were randomly assigned to consume 20 mg/d lutein or placebo along with LCD for 10 weeks. Dietary intake, anthropometric indices, body composition, lipid profile, glucose homeostasis parameters, non-esterified fatty acids (NEFAs), and appetite sensations were assessed at the beginning and end of the study. After 10 weeks, body weight, and waist circumference significantly decreased in both groups, although between-group differences were not significant. There was a more decrease in the percentage of body fat in the lutein group vs. the placebo group. Moreover, the placebo group experienced a significant reduction in fat free mass (FFM), whereas lutein group preserved FFM during calorie restriction, although...
Source: The British Journal of Nutrition - Category: Nutrition Authors: Tags: Br J Nutr Source Type: research