In:
Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism, Hindawi Limited, Vol. 2010 ( 2010), p. 1-10
Abstract:
Aims . To evaluate 3 strategies to reduce weight in obese families. Research design and methods . 142 obese parents and 119 obese children kept a fat-calorie restriction diet. On top of this diet, the families were randomized in a three-factorial design to one or more of three weight-loss strategies: (1) an additional diet preferring carbohydrates having a low glycemic index (dual diet), (2) financial incentive, and (3) telemonitoring of weight and physical activity. Results . All children improved their BMI-SDS by 0.18 ± 0.25 ( P 〈 .001 ) independently of the weight-loss strategy. In parents, relative losses of weight (kg) were − 6.4% versus − 4.0% for dual diet versus calorie restriction ( P = .029 ), − 6.9% versus − 3.4% for with or without financial incentive ( P = .002 ), and − 8.0% versus − 4.8% for with or without telemonitoring ( P = .033 ). The weight loss after financial incentive plus dual diet plus telemonitoring was − 14.4%. Conclusions . All strategies were effective in adults, in particular when combined. Children improved their BMI-SDS regardless of the strategy.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2090-0724
,
2090-0732
Language:
English
Publisher:
Hindawi Limited
Publication Date:
2010
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2573563-9
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