SATIETY MAINTAINING AGENT AND METHOD FOR MAINTAINING FEELING OF SATISFACTION

摘要

[Problem] To provide a satiety maintaining agent or method for maintaining a feeling of satisfaction which is capable of maintaining satiety so as to reduce dietary intake by an individual, thereby preventing and improving a condition, such as obesity, that is caused by overeating. [Solution] A satiety maintaining agent that comprises D-psicose as an active ingredient and a method for maintaining a feeling of satisfaction by consuming D-psicose. [Effect] Satiety can be maintained even though a rise in blood glucose level after a meal is suppressed. Thus, a useful means for maintaining satiety can be provided for people who worry about their blood glucose level or who are health-oriented.