Body Composition Management
Targeted support for body composition management
NOW® Weight is a proprietary carob-derived ingredient system developed to support body composition improvement strategies in functional food formulations. Its composition has been clinically evaluated for its potential to assist in reducing body fat, particularly in the abdominal area, while preserving lean muscle mass.
Scientific background: understanding body fat in nutrition
In nutritional physiology, excess adipose tissue, especially visceral and white fat, is associated with adverse metabolic outcomes. A reduction in these fat compartments may contribute to improved metabolic parameters such as insulin sensitivity, lipid balance, and body weight control, when part of a calorie-controlled diet and active lifestyle.
Key technical benefits for formulators
Reduction of abdominal fat mass:
- In clinical settings, subjects consuming 8 g/day of NOW® Weight showed:
- Reduction of white adipose tissue (WAT) and visceral adiposity.
- A mean weight loss of 0.7 to 0.8 kg in 40 days without caloric restriction protocols.
Improved body composition:
- Decrease in BMI and fat percentage without compromising muscle integrity.
- Reports of increased muscle mass retention, indicating a selective fat reduction mechanism.
Application in formulas:
- Ideal for use in functional foods and meal replacement concepts targeting metabolic health, weight management, and visceral fat modulation.
- Suitable for integration into powdered blends, ready-to-mix beverages, or nutraceutical systems.
Regulatory & technical notes
The ingredient is not sold as a food or supplement to final consumers, and its positioning complies with EU B2B communication standards.
Final product manufacturers remain responsible for ensuring legal compliance of any nutrition or health claims, according to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
All physiological effects described are supported by analytical characterisation and clinical data, available upon request under NDA.
Clinical validation
The efficacy of NOW® Weight has been evaluated in human clinical studies, including randomized controlled trials. Reported outcomes include:
- Controlled weight reduction.
- Reduction in white and visceral fat mass.
- Maintenance or improvement of lean mass.
These results support its use in ingredient systems designed to modulate body composition in the context of general health and lifestyle interventions.
Suggested use & dosage for formulation
Daily intake recommendation in clinical trials: 8 g/day.
Recommended format: incorporated into food matrices or controlled-dose delivery formats (sachets, powders, etc.).
DISCLAIMER FOR B2B USE ONLY
This information is intended exclusively for business-to-business communication. It does not constitute a health or nutrition claim under Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. Final product manufacturers must ensure regulatory compliance when making any consumer-facing claims.