One study found that beta -
glucan increased levels of the «fullness hormone» PYY and that higher doses had the greatest effect (27, 28, 29).
First, beta -
glucans increase the «viscosity» of our food contents when they are present in our upper digestive tract.
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The beta
glucan in oats also helps to
increase the hormone levels connected to appetite control.
Researchers have also found the fiber in oats known as beta
glucan can
increase levels of the PYY hormone, which is associated with appetite control.
First, beta -
glucan may slow the absorption of fats and cholesterol by
increasing the viscosity of the digestive contents (56).
Human trials have shown that oatmeal, rich in beta -
glucans, may
increase satiety and reduce appetite when compared to a ready - to - eat breakfast cereal and other types of dietary fiber (13, 14, 79, 80).
Beta -
glucans are known to lower cholesterol levels and
increase excretion of bile acids.
Cholecystokinin, a hunger - fighting hormone, is
increased with the oatmeal compound beta -
glucan.
A 2009 study published in the journal Molecular Nutrition and Food Research found satiety
increased as a result of eating foods containing beta -
glucan.