Effects of a Hemp Seed-based Product on Appetite and Health Parameters

This study aims to develop a snack containing hemp seeds and to investigate the potential effects of its consumption on appetite parameters, body composition, and blood markers in healthy participants. It is expected that this study will provide the scientific community with new, evidence-based, and comprehensive data regarding the potential use of hemp seeds in human nutrition and their role in clinical outcomes.

Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy male or female individuals aged 25 to 45 years. * Body Mass Index (BMI) within the following categories: * Normal weight (BMI: 18.5 - 24.9 kg/m²) * Overweight (BMI: 25.0 - 29.9 kg/m²) * Obese (BMI \>= 30.0 kg/m²) * Free of any diagnosed chronic diseases or metabolic disorders. * Demonstrating good compliance with product consumption protocols and study timelines. * Voluntarily signing the Informed Consent Form. Exclusion Criteria: * Known food allergies or intolerances, particularly to hempseed, other seeds, or oily nuts. * History of significant gastrointestinal diseases or recurrent severe digestive complaints. * Current pregnancy or lactation. * Following a vegan or vegetarian diet (to ensure baseline dietary standardization). * Experiencing new health problems during the intervention that could affect the study outcomes. * Unwillingness or inability to comply with product consumption and data collection procedures.