The Science Of Full

At VORA™ we are pioneering solutions to keep you feeling full.

Being Full Doesn’t Stop at
the Gut — It Involves
the Brain Too

This connection, known as the Gut-Brain Axis, relies on mechanical and chemical signals, such as GLP-1, to regulate food intake and promote satiety (the feeling of fullness)¹.

¹ Mayer, E. A. (2011). Gut feelings: the emerging biology of gut–brain communication. Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 12(8), 453–466.

Satiety Can’t be Measured in Calories

Calories measure the amount of energy you get from food, but more calories do not translate to higher satiety. Research actually suggests the opposite – the higher the caloric density (calories/gram), the less satiating².

Satiety Index vs
Caloric Density of Various Foods — Fig. 1²

²Holt, S. H., Miller, J. C., Petocz, P., & Farmakalidis, E. (1995). A satiety index of common foods. European journal of clinical nutrition, 49(9), 675–690.

Satiety Index vs
Caloric Density of Various Foods — Fig. 1²

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The Body was Designed to Feel Full

Satiety is a natural human pathway in the Gut-Brain Axis that helps regulate food intake, but different foods impact satiety in unique ways. Take a beet sugar (sucrose) and a beet fiber (fructooglisaccharides or FOS) - both are carbohydrates from the same plant, but due to their different molecular structures, they are metabolized by distinct pathways in the body. Beet sugar is rapidly absorbed in the small intestines, while beet FOS resists digestion and is fermented in the colon – delivering fewer calories, more slowly³.

When eating the full beet, these two carbohydrates, along with a variety of other phytonutrients, activate a series of receptors across the digestive system, leading to a robust satiety response relative to calories consumed. However, when sugar is refined out of the beet and eaten separately, you are left with only a part of the satiety equation with some of the receptors understimulated.

Time to Peak Absorption — Fig. 2³

Beet FOS has half the calories and takes ~6x longer to absorb than beet sugar

³van Trijp, M. P. H., Rios-Morales, M., Witteman, B., Abegaz, F., Gerding, A., An, R., Koehorst, M., Evers, B., van Dongen, K. C. V., Zoetendal, E. G., Schols, H., Afman, L. A., Reijngoud, D. J., Bakker, B. M., & Hooiveld, G. J. (2024). Intraintestinal fermentation of fructo- and galacto-oligosaccharides and the fate of short-chain fatty acids in humans. iScience, 27(3), 109208.

Time to Peak Absorption — Fig. 2³

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Today’s Diet is Optimized for Taste, not Satiety

Many foods in the modern diet are calorically dense with high fat and/or refined carbohydrates⁴. Studies have shown these foods can stimulate the reward pathways in the Gut Brain Axis, keeping you craving more⁵. Because some of the most satiating components have been lost in processing, you are left eating more than you need and feeling less full than you should.

Comparison of Caloric Profiles — Fig. 3

Fig. 3 — National brand classic potato chips, cracker, and chewy chocolate chip granola bar nutrition compared to VORA^™ ingredients as of 2025.

⁴ Drewnowski A. (1998). Energy density, palatability, and satiety: implications for weight control. Nutrition reviews, 56(12), 347–353.

⁵ Edwin Thanarajah, S., DiFeliceantonio, A. G., Albus, K., Kuzmanovic, B., Rigoux, L., Iglesias, S., Hanßen, R., Schlamann, M., Cornely, O. A., Brüning, J. C., Tittgemeyer, M., & Small, D. M. (2023). Habitual daily intake of a sweet and fatty snack modulates reward processing in humans. Cell metabolism, 35(4), 571–584.e6

Comparison of Caloric Profiles — Fig. 3

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Comparison of Caloric Profiles — Fig. 3

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Comparison of Caloric Profiles — Fig. 3

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Experience VORA^™ To The Fullest

VORA^™ was designed to be titrated, or adjusted, to meet your daily needs. One serving provides a good source of dietary fiber. For best results and to promote feelings of satiety, consume 3 to 5 servings per day before meals or snacks.

1 Serving

Good Source of Fiber

3-5 Servings

Promotes feelings of satiety

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The VORA^™ Origin Satiety Complex

Because today’s diet doesn’t keep you full, we created VORA^™.

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Emerging science suggests that certain elements lost in refined foods, such as fiber and other plant-derived phytonutrients, can activate satiety pathways under-stimulated by the modern diet⁶.

VORA^™ developed the ORIGIN Satiety Complex to deliver a curated and concentrated blend of these ingredients, keeping you fuller longer.

[01]

Oat Beta Glucan

A soluble fiber from oats, extracted for high molecular weight polymer chains to maximize satiety. May support heart health, steady blood sugar, and digestive wellness by slowing gastric emptying and nourishing gut bacteria.

[02]

Spinach Extract

Spinach Extract is a source of thylakoids (plant compounds used in photosynthesis), as well as assorted antioxidants and proteins. Emerging science suggests that thylakoids may play a role in satiety by slowing fat digestion.

[03]

Wheat Fiber Extract

Soluble fiber derived from wheat, rich in arabinoxylan—a key compound behind whole grains’ health benefits. May support the gut microbiome, blood sugar regulation, and satiety signaling.

[04]

Resistant Potato Starch (Solnul®)

Derived from potatoes and rich in resistant starch type 2 (RS2), which functions as a dietary fiber. Through fermentation, it may support digestive health and promote short-chain fatty acid production linked to satiety signaling.

[05]

Acacia Gum

A prebiotic fiber sourced from the sap of Acacia trees. Gum Acacia may support digestive health and nourish beneficial gut bacteria, helping maintain a balanced microbiome and contribute to satiety through gut-brain signaling.

[06]

Beet Fructooligosaccharides

A prebiotic fiber containing short-chain fructooligosaccharides (FOS) derived from beets. Beet FOS may nourish beneficial gut bacteria, supporting a healthy microbiome and its role in satiety signaling.

[07]

L-Glutamine

L-Glutamine is a conditionally essential amino acid used in protein synthesis in virtually all tissues and organs. It is the most abundant amino acid in the body and may support gut lining integrity, immune function, and recovery.

[08]

Blueberry Extract

Blueberry Extract is a concentrated source of anthocyanins—potent polyphenols that may combat oxidative stress and promote metabolic health.

[09]

Green Coffee Extract

Green coffee extract is made from unroasted coffee beans and is a source of chlorogenic acids – powerful polyphenols that may support metabolism, protect against oxidative stress, and help sustain satiety signals.

[10]

Cinnamon Bark Extract

Derived from the bark of Cinnamomum verum, cinnamon bark extract is rich in cinnamaldehyde and polyphenols, and may support metabolic health with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

[11]

Sweet Potato Powder

Sweet Potato Powder is a nutrient-dense source of carbohydrates, fiber, antioxidants such as carotenoids, and Vitamin A. These nutrients may support steady energy, digestive health, and a balanced gut microbiome.

[12]

Probiotic Blend

A blend of five Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains, each selected for potential roles in supporting the gut microbiome. Probiotics may aid in digestion, strengthen the gut barrier, and promote normal satiety signaling.

⁶Tsuda T. (2015). Possible abilities of dietary factors to prevent and treat diabetes via the stimulation of glucagon-like peptide-1 secretion. Molecular nutrition & food research, 59(7), 1264–1273.

VORA® ORIGIN SERIES

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Bluebie Lemon

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Bottomless Berry

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The OG. Cara Cara Orange flavored with hints of lemon, lime, and grapefruit citrus. Sweet. A bit tart. A touch of salt. Like your first kiss.