Inulin seems to reduce hunger and increase satiety, possibly related to its influence on gut hormones including increased peptide YY (PYY) and decreased ghrelin.[1][2] Despite this, most research in children and adults has not found that inulin supplementation influences weight status to any significant degree.[3][1]
Does inulin affect body weight?
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•Last Updated: October 13, 2024