ISSN:
1435-1463
Keywords:
5-Hydroxytryptophan
;
feeding behavior
;
obesity
;
serotoninergic system
;
tryptophan
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Summary Nineteen obese female subjects with body mass index ranging between 30 and 40 were included in a double-blind crossover study aimed at evaluating the effects of oral 5-hydroxytryptophan administration on feeding behavior, mood state and weight loss. Either 5-hydroxytryptophan (8 mg/kg/day) or placebo was administered for five weeks during which patients were not prescribed any dietary restrictions. Feeding behavior was investigated by means of a questionnaire designed to establish the onset of anorexia and related symptoms. Food intake was evaluated using a three-day diet diary. BDI, SI, STAI-T, and STAI-S were used to assess mood state. The administration of 5-hydroxytryptophan resulted in no changes in mood state but promoted typical anorexiarelated symptoms, decreased food intake and weight loss during the period of observation.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01578751
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