Feasibility and acceptability of an online multicomponent very low-carbohydrate intervention in young adult women with obesity: a pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Approximately one-third of US young adults (18-25 years) have obesity, and there are calls to help young adults lose weight to prevent weight-related chronic conditions. This pilot trial tested the feasibility and acceptability of a very low-carbohydrate (VLC) eating pattern, with supportive positive affect and mindful eating skills, for weight management among young females with obesity.

Methods

In a single-arm trial, women (N = 17), aged 19-23, with obesity participated in a 4-month diet and lifestyle intervention. Participants were taught how to follow a VLC eating pattern with the help of a coach and 16 weekly web-based sessions. We assessed feasibility and acceptability through session participation, outcome collection, intervention satisfaction, and adverse

SUBMITTER: Saslow LR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11285338 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature