Go!: results from a quasi-experimental obesity prevention trial with hospital employees.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Worksite obesity prevention interventions using an ecological approach may hold promise for reducing typical weight gain. The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of Go!, an innovative 12-month multi-component worksite obesity prevention intervention.

Methods

A quasi-experimental non-equivalent control group design was utilized; 407 eligible hospital employees (intervention arm) and 93 eligible clinic employees (comparison arm) participated. The intervention involved pedometer distribution, labeling of all foods in the worksite cafeteria and vending machines (with calories, step equivalent, and a traffic light based on energy density signaling recommended portion), persuasive messaging throughout the hospital, and the integration of influential e

SUBMITTER: LaCaille LJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4759772 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature