Looking for a sweet snack that will satiate your appetite rather than leave your stomach grumbling for more? It turns out that consuming dried plums (prunes) may help suppress hunger levels – certainly a helpful hint for any calorie-curbing diet. Since 87% of women snaffle snacks at least twice a day, researchers wanted to identify healthy bites that abate, rather than boost appetite.
Participants of the study who consumed low-fat cookies were left craving more, however, those that ate dried plums demonstrated significantly higher levels of satiety (in other words, dried plums suppressed their appetite). Additionally, prunes elicited lower levels of plasma glucose and insulin than the low-fat cookie.
The research team discovered that consistent consumption of dried plums improved blood lipids and diet quality, and eased bowel movements in comparison to a commercially processed snack.
It’s important to note that the study group only consisted of 19 women, which certainly isn’t a lot. However, additional research from Florida State University and Oklahoma State University highlight the positive role that dried plums play in digestion, bone health, metabolism, immune response, and in reduction of inflammation markers.
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