Volume : V, Issue : VI, June - 2016

Honey in warm water: An ideal prescription for weight loss

Dr. Prashant Devidas Khuje

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 Considering high incidence, risk factors and complications of obesity, adverse drug reactions and complicated surgical interventions for obesity management, the present study was conducted to evaluate the health benefits of honey in warm water for suppressing appetite in obese individuals. 18 obese subjects were voluntarily participated in the present study and they were advised to consume one table spoonful of honey in a glass of water daily 1–2 hours after dinner for one month. Their appetite, weight and Body Mass Index (BMI) before and one month after intervention were analysed by ‘Z’ test of proportion and paired ‘t’ test. It was observed that there was significant reduction in appetite and weight and subsequently fall in BMI only one month of intervention. Hence it was concluded that merely honey consumption in warm water can suppress appetite and subsequently reduce weight.

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Dr. Prashant Devidas Khuje Honey in warm water: An ideal prescription for weight loss International Journal of Scientific Research,Vol : 5, Issue : 6 JUNE 2016

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