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  • Biomaterials Science
  • Nutritional Science
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Obesity is a global health crisis driven by dietary shifts and lack of fiber.
  • Current weight loss methods face safety concerns.
  • Sodium carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) shows potential but has limitations in hydrogel stability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a mechanically robust and well-retained dual-network hydrogel for obesity management.
  • To create a calorie-free supplement that enhances satiety and reduces caloric density of food.
  • To evaluate hydrogel performance under simulated gastrointestinal conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Formulation of four distinct dual-network hydrogels.
  • Assessment of mechanical properties under simulated gastrointestinal conditions.
  • Evaluation of hydrogel behavior during biomimetic digestion.

Main Results:

  • The dual-network hydrogel demonstrated up to 100 times greater mechanical strength than original gels.
  • Swelling rate was approximately double that of original gels during digestion.
  • The hydrogel maintained structural integrity and elasticity in the digestive system.

Conclusions:

  • The developed dual-network hydrogel offers a promising solution for obesity management.
  • It addresses the mechanical weaknesses and poor retention of previous CMC hydrogels.
  • This innovation provides sustained satiety and reduces caloric intake effectively.