Evidence supporting the use of: Thylakoid
For the health condition: Sugar Cravings

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Thylakoids are membrane-bound compartments found within the chloroplasts of plant cells, particularly abundant in green leafy vegetables like spinach. Recent scientific research has investigated the effects of thylakoid supplementation on appetite regulation and sugar cravings. Several studies, primarily conducted in humans, suggest that thylakoids can help control cravings for palatable foods, particularly those high in sugar, by promoting satiety and reducing hedonic hunger. The underlying mechanism appears to involve the inhibition of fat digestion, leading to a prolonged release of satiety hormones such as cholecystokinin (CCK) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), while also moderating blood glucose responses. For example, a 2015 randomized controlled trial published in Appetite found that subjects consuming thylakoid-rich extracts reported reduced cravings for sweet and fatty foods compared to a placebo group. Other studies have echoed these findings, indicating that thylakoids may decrease the urge to consume sugary snacks between meals. While the evidence base is still relatively small and mostly consists of short-duration trials, the results are promising and suggest a biological plausibility for thylakoids in managing sugar cravings. However, long-term studies and broader clinical trials are needed to fully establish efficacy and optimal dosing. To date, the use of thylakoids for this purpose is supported by scientific investigation rather than traditional use.

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