Table 1.
Body weight and mean food, fluid, and caloric intake after 30 days of follow-up. Results are presented as mean ± SD and analyzed by one-way ANOVA followed by Tukey's multiple comparison test. Statistical significance was established as ap ≤ 0.05 vs. C, bp ≤ 0.01 vs. W, and cp ≤ 0.001 vs. SB.
| Group/parameter | Control | Water | Sweetened beverage | Stevia |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body weight (g) | 229.6 ± 4.7 | 239.2 ± 4.5 | 233.8 ± 3.5 | 233 ± 4.1 |
| Food intake in 24 h (g) | 24.1 ± 4 | 23.1 ± 2 | 19.7 ± 2a,b | 22.8 ± 2c |
| Food calories (kcal/day) | 80.2 ± 3.2 | 76.3 ± 6.8 | 65.1 ± 5.7a,b | 75.4 ± 6.8c |
| Beverage intake in 2 h rehydration (mL) | — | 8 ± 1 | 16 ± 2b | 16 ± 2b |
| Beverages calories in 2 h rehydration (mL) | — | — | 13.5 ± 5.4 | — |
| Total fluid intake (mL) | 29 ± 0.3 | 23 ± 1.6a | 31 ± 2.8b | 31 ± 2.4b |
| Total calories intake (kcal/day) | 80.2 ± 3.2 | 76.3 ± 6.8 | 78.6 ± 5.5 | 75.4 ± 6.8 |