This study investigated the effects of single plant-based versus animal-based meals on satiety and mood. Three large-scale smartphone-based studies (n=16,379) showed that meal intake increased satiety and mood. Plant-based meal choices did not significantly affect post-meal hunger. Individuals choosing plant-based meals reported slightly higher pre-meal mood and smaller mood increases post-meal compared to those choosing animal-based meals. Protein content marginally mediated post-meal satiety, while gender and taste ratings strongly influenced satiety and mood. No profound effects of plant-based vs. animal-based meals on satiety and mood were detected.
Publisher
npj Science of Food
Published On
Jan 03, 2023
Authors
Evelyn Medawar, Marie Zedler, Larissa de Biasi, Arno Villringer, A. Veronica Witte
Tags
satiety
mood
plant-based meals
animal-based meals
gender influence
taste ratings
nutrition
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