Protein hydrolysate for satiety

Body composition
& metabolism.

Process & characterization of the active compounds

The patented ingredient DNF-10® is an active fraction obtained after protein hydrolysis of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a yeast species used for thousands of years in baking, fermented food and beverage manufacturing processes. 

The manufacturing of DNF-10® involves enzymatic proteolysis and a selection of peptides with a molecular weight  <10kDa after an ultrafiltration step. The material is then spray-dried to obtain a dried powder. 

Active Compounds

Patented yeast protein hydrolysate from
Saccharomyces cerevisiae 
Strain NBRC (ex. IFO) 2346

Peptide size: < 10 kDa 

Formulation

Stability validated after heat treatment at 160°C/320°F for 30min.
Recommended daily dosage: 500mg

Science supporting DNF-10®

More than 10 years of research have been conducted to support the mechanism of action and clinical benefits of DNF-10® on body composition.

PRE-CLINICAL STUDIES
PILOT CLINICAL STUDIES

The mechanism of action of DNF-10® on the mediator of satiety has been studied in vivo in animal models. The benefits of the ingredient in the reduction of food intake and improvement of body composition have been confirmed with interventional clinical trials.
More than 10 articles supporting the mechanism of action and health benefits of DNF-10® have been published. 

Mechanism of action

DNF-10®: decreasing food intake

Appetite is dependent on both short- and long-term mechanisms of hormonal regulation. 

Serum levels of ghrelin change according to the level of fullness of our stomach when leptin, secreted over a 24-hour cycle by our adipose tissue, is regulated over the long term according to the fat mass; the more adipose tissue a healthy subject has, the higher the secretion of leptin. 

Just before consumption of main meals, food intake is physiologically triggered by increased levels of ghrelin and maintained levels of leptin. DNF-10® significantly lowers ghrelin secretion before meals, and contributes to maintain the release of leptin from adipocytes. 

The action of DNF-10® on those 2 hormones of appetite regulation is concomitant with a reduction in the secretion of the neuropeptide Y (NPY), the neuromodulator of appetite.

Mechanistic studies

Animal model1,2
  • DNF-10® significantly lowers ghrelin secretion.
  • DNF-10® significantly lowers the expression of NPY in the hypothalamus.
  • The effect of DNF-10® on decreasing food intake is acute.

HED: Human Equivalent Dose
Ref: Reagan-Show et al., 2008

Clinical studies

Double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical studies3,4
Year & Duration

2014
10 weeks

2017
8 weeks

Populations

54 subjects
Men and women
BMI > 25 kg/m2
Age: 20-50 years old

30 subjects
Women
BMI > 25 kg/m2
Age: 20-60 years old

Protocols

Abdominal fat distribution
Computed tomography

No specific exercise and diet patterns.
Food record (Can-Pro)

Body composition 
Impedance bioelectrical scale

No specific exercise and diet patterns.
Food record (Can-Pro)

Intakes

SACHETS
2 x 500 mg/day 

CAPSULES
2 x 250 mg/day 

Year & Duration

2014
10 weeks

2017
8 weeks

Populations

54 subjects
Men and women
BMI > 25 kg/m2
Age: 20-50 years old

30 subjects
Women
BMI > 25 kg/m2
Age: 20-60 years old

Protocols

Abdominal fat distribution
Computed tomography

No specific exercise and diet patterns.
Food record (Can-Pro)

Body composition 
Impedance bioelectrical scale

No specific exercise and diet patterns.
Food record (Can-Pro)

Intakes

SACHETS
2 x 500 mg / day

CAPSULES
2 x 250 mg / day

Satiety enhancer

Subjects supplemented with DNF-10® decrease their caloric intake significantly after the first weeks of supplementation.

After 2 months, the daily caloric intake drops by 600 kcal.

The 3 groups of macronutrients are significantly impacted: subjects reduce their calorie counts from lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates. After a few weeks of consuming DNF-10, subjects have a reduced appetite for sweets. 

Body weight loss

Weight loss is significant from the first month of supplementation with DNF-10®. Moreover, 100% of the weight lost is from fat mass, leading to a reduction of 6% of the fat mass ratio.

Anthropometric parameters

The change in  body composition is confirmed by computed tomography. The total abdominal fat mass of the subjects  is significantly reduced by 5% with DNF-10®. Waist circumference is reduced by 5 cm with the supplementation. 

KEY OUTCOMES

  • Patented ingredient
  • Reduction in caloric intake significant after the first weeks
  • Significant weight loss after the first month
  • Weight loss is from fat mass reduction
  • Abdominal fat and waist circumference significantly decrease
  • Applications

    Commercial name
    DNF-10®
    Composition

    Yeast protein hydrolysate from Saccharomyces cerevisiae
    Peptide size: < 10kDa

    RECOMMENDED DOSAGE
    500 mg/day, prior to meals
    APPLICATIONS

    Dietary supplements and functional foods
    Compatible with probiotics (aw < 0,3)

    OTHERS
    GMO-free, gluten-free, halal

    An international reach

    20+
    DNF-10® being sold in 23 countries

    BELGIUM – BRAZIL – CANADA – CHINA – FRANCE – GERMANY – INDONESIA – ITALIA – JAPAN – MALAYSIA – PERU – PORTUGAL – SERBIA – SINGAPORE – SOLVENIA – SOUTH AFRICA – SOUTH KOREA – SPAIN – TAIWAN – THAILAND – UNITED KINGDOM – USA – VIETNAM

    0
    new product developments using the trademark DNF-10® during the past 12 months
    Multiple delivery systems

    sachet, pouch drink, meal replacer,
    bar, snack, tablet, capsule etc.

    References
    1 – Hong K et al.; Progr. Nutr.; 2015, 17:3:262-264
    2 – Jung E. et al.; Phytother. Res.; 2009, 3(5):619-23
    3 – Jung E. et al.; Nutrition; 2014, 30:25-32
    4 – Jung E. et al.; Prev. Nutr. Food Sci.; 2017, 22(1):45-49

    These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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