- Aydın Gastronomy
- Vol: 7 Issue: 2
- The Effect of Registered Product of Mersin Bozyazı Kavutu on Appetite
The Effect of Registered Product of Mersin Bozyazı Kavutu on Appetite
Authors : Eda Parlak, Betul Gülşen Atalay
Pages : 255-270
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Publication Date : 2023-07-08
Article Type : Research Article
Abstract :Bozyazı Kavutu, which consists of carob, sesame, peanuts, and white millet, is a traditional yuruk food of Mersin province. This study aims to determine the effects of Bozyazı Kavutu, which is a local product of Mersin with geographical indication, on appetite and satiety by evaluating the local food satisfaction and behavioral intentions of the people of Mersin. The study participants comprised 78 healthy adults aged 18 and over. The data collection phase of the study was conducted with an online survey. According to the results of the Visual analogue scale (VAS) values, Bozyazı Kavutu reduced the satiety measurements of hunger and prospective consumption (P <0.001). As a result, it is determined that the local food of Bozyazı Kavutu was adequate and balanced in terms of energy and nutrients, suppressed appetite, and could be preferred as a healthy snack and/or the main course in many age groups and individuals with intense physical activity.Keywords : Çoban helvası, yöresel yiyecek, vizüel analog skalası, sağlıklı atıştırmalık