The Effectiveness of Social Support-Based Interventions for Dietary and Physical Activity in Adults Living With Overweight and Obesity: Protocol for a Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Obesity is a global public health concern, affecting roughly 1 in 3 individuals. Social support has been identified as a key factor in promoting healthy behaviors, including dietary improvements and increased physical activity. While previous reviews have focused primarily on weight loss outcomes, there is limited evidence on how social support-based interventions specifically influence diet and physical activity behaviors.

Objective

This study aims to evaluate (1) the effectiveness of social support-based interventions in improving dietary and physical activity behaviors among adults living with overweight and obesity (plus weight changes and psychosocial factors as secondary outcomes) and (2) identify which types of social support are most effective in facilitat

SUBMITTER: Mangkalard P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12726821 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature