Salt preference across different phases of menstrual cycle.
Indian J Physiol Pharmacol
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2005 Jan; 49(1): 99-102
Artigo
em Inglês
| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-108954
ABSTRACT
It is well established that women experience food craving for particular foods and gain weight in relation to phases of menstrual cycle. In this study, the preference for different concentrations of salt sprayed on bland popcorn was assessed in 55 healthy women (age 18 to 22 yrs). Salt solutions of 0, 1, 2, 3 and +3 molar strength were used. Samples of sprayed popcorn were consumed in random order and preference marked on a Likert scale. It was observed that women preferred unsalted popcorn in the menstrual phase more than in the luteal phase. The preference for salted popcorn was most during the luteal phase and was proportionate to the strength of the salt solution used. Statistical analysis revealed significant differences in the preference rating between the menstrual phase and the other two phases. There was no significant difference in preference between the luteal and follicular phases.
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Assunto principal:
Paladar
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Feminino
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Humanos
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Sódio na Dieta
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Adolescente
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Adulto
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Fase Folicular
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Preferências Alimentares
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Fase Luteal
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Ciclo Menstrual
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
Indian J Physiol Pharmacol
Ano de publicação:
2005
Tipo de documento:
Artigo
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