In this investigation the effect of different levels of satiety and fo
od intake on sweet taste reactivity was studied. Two foods differing i
n nutrient composition and satiating power were used. Sweet taste reac
tivity was determined by means of a triangular test, using glucose as
the stimulus. This study shows that, immediately after eating, sweet t
aste reactivity depends on the levels of the satiety reached and is co
rrelated to the sensation of satiety, fullness and desire to eat. Furt
hermore, the food determining the highest change in the sweet taste re
activity is the more satiating. (C) 1997 Elsevier Science Inc.