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Frequent Self-Weighing and Visual Feedback for Weight Loss in Overweight Adults
Joint Authors
Pacanowski, Carly R.
Levitsky, David A.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2015, Issue 2015 (31 Dec. 2015), pp.1-9, 9 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2015-05-12
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
9
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Evidence has suggested that self-weighing may be beneficial for weight control in adults, but few studies have independently assessed the contribution of this behavior to weight loss.
This study experimentally tested daily self-weighing and visual feedback (the Caloric Titration Method (CTM)) as a weight loss and weight loss maintenance intervention over 2 years.
162 overweight individuals were randomized to the CTM intervention or delayed treatment control group.
In year 1, weight change was compared between groups, and in year 2, the control group started using the CTM while the intervention group continued using the CTM for maintenance.
A significant difference in weight loss over the first year (CTM n = 70; 2.6 ± 5.9 kg versus control n = 65; 0.5 ± 4.4 kg, p = 0.019) was qualified by a group × gender × time interaction (p = 0.002) such that men lost more weight using the CTM.
In year 2, the CTM group maintained their weight and the control group lost an amount similar to the intervention group in year 1.
Daily self-weighing and visual feedback facilitated a minimal amount of weight loss and maintenance of this loss.
Future research investigating characteristics of those who benefit from this type of self-directed intervention is warranted.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Pacanowski, Carly R.& Levitsky, David A.. 2015. Frequent Self-Weighing and Visual Feedback for Weight Loss in Overweight Adults. Journal of Obesity،Vol. 2015, no. 2015, pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1069630
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Pacanowski, Carly R.& Levitsky, David A.. Frequent Self-Weighing and Visual Feedback for Weight Loss in Overweight Adults. Journal of Obesity No. 2015 (2015), pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1069630
American Medical Association (AMA)
Pacanowski, Carly R.& Levitsky, David A.. Frequent Self-Weighing and Visual Feedback for Weight Loss in Overweight Adults. Journal of Obesity. 2015. Vol. 2015, no. 2015, pp.1-9.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1069630
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1069630