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High-fiber diet in the treatment of obesity and hypercholesterolemia.

Year: 1993

Type: article

Abstract: Nine obese patients weighing 20% or more above the desired body weight with ages ranging from 38 to 73 years participated in a study in which they were given Meal Exchange for 1 to 8 months. Meal Exchange is a high-fiber (14.68 gm/2 tbsp) food product composed of nuts, nonfat milk, whole grains, and lactase. Total weight loss and cholesterol levels were recorded. There was significant weight loss and drop in blood cholesterol levels.

Source: PubMed

Authors: L Kaul, J Nidiry

Institution: Howard University

Language: English

Topic: Food composition and properties

Subfield: Nutrition and Dietetics

Field: Nursing

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2419648646

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Cites: 4

Cited by: 6

Related to: 10