Satiety value
Satiety Value
Satiety value (/səˈtaɪɪti/), also known as satiety index, is a measure of the ability of a food to reduce hunger, increase feelings of fullness, and reduce caloric intake for the next few hours. It is a concept used in nutrition and dietetics to help individuals manage their caloric intake and maintain a healthy body weight.
Etymology
The term "satiety" comes from the Latin word satiatus, past participle of satiare, meaning "to satisfy". The term "value" in this context refers to the worth or usefulness of something, in this case, the ability of a food to satisfy hunger.
Related Terms
- Appetite: The desire to eat food, sometimes due to hunger. Appetite exists in all higher life-forms and serves to regulate adequate energy intake to maintain metabolic needs.
- Hunger: The physiological need for calories, water, and salt. It is a basic drive and can be significantly altered by a person's emotional state.
- Fullness: A feeling of satisfaction from eating enough food. It is the opposite of hunger and is a signal that a person does not need to eat more food.
- Caloric Intake: The total number of calories a person consumes in a day. It is influenced by a person's age, gender, activity level, and metabolic rate.
- Body Weight: The total mass of an individual. It is typically measured in kilograms or pounds and is influenced by factors such as diet, exercise, genetics, and health status.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Satiety value
- Wikipedia's article - Satiety value
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