The effect of snacking on fasted state main meal of those who are 12-60 years old and on a weightloss diet

This study was carried out between the dates of 01.11.2017 – 31.12.2017 in order to evaluate fasting status people who has snack or not before main meals. Study was made in Özel Adana Hospital who applies to nutritionist, with 87 female individuals over 18 years of age. Datas collected by 11 questions survey. An assessment was made according to whether they work, goes to any sport, having snacks or not. The statistical analysis of the findings of the study was made with SPSS statistics 17 program. As a result of the study, it was determined tha most of the participants had snacks in their daily life and felt more satiated before the main meal. However it is determined that we need more studies to provide a clear answer to 'people should snack or not'.