You don’t get usable leptin from food, and there’s no evidence that specific foods help boost the hormone. ... In fact, “leptin supplements” don’t contain any actual leptin. If they did, ...

Decrease intake of high-sugar foods and beverages: Diets rich in excessive sugar may worsen leptin resistance. Studies show that resistance improved in rats on a sugar-free diet ( 19 , 20 ).

However, sugar and foods containing refined carbohydrates (which have the same effect as sugar) such as wheat (bread, cakes, biscuits and pasta) can block the protective leptin feedback mechanism ...

Leptin sends a signal to your brain that helps you feel full and less interested in food. ... In fact, “leptin supplements” don’t contain any actual leptin. If they did, ...