Effects of a Thermogenic Drink on Body Composition and Safety
Author Information
Author(s): Michael D Roberts, Vincent J Dalbo, Scott E Hassell, Jeffrey R Stout, Chad M Kerksick
Primary Institution: University of Oklahoma
Hypothesis
Does consuming a thermogenic drink over 28 days affect its thermogenic and lipolytic effects, body composition, and clinical safety markers?
Conclusion
The thermogenic drink led to a significant reduction in fat mass and a tendency to decrease body fat percentage without altering clinical safety markers.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants in the thermogenic drink group lost fat mass significantly compared to the placebo group.
- FFA levels increased in the thermogenic drink group after 28 days.
- Clinical safety markers remained unchanged after 28 days of thermogenic drink consumption.
Takeaway
Drinking a special energy drink for 28 days can help you lose some fat without making you sick.
Methodology
Participants consumed either a thermogenic drink or a placebo daily for 28 days, with body composition and clinical markers measured before and after the intervention.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to funding from the manufacturer of the thermogenic drink.
Limitations
The study only lasted 28 days and did not include dietary or exercise interventions.
Participant Demographics
Sixty healthy, college-aged males and females.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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