Detailed Versus Simplified Dietary Self-monitoring in a Digital Weight Loss Intervention Among Racial and Ethnic Minority Adults: Fully Remote, Randomized Pilot Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Detailed self-monitoring (or tracking) of dietary intake is a popular and effective weight loss approach that can be delivered via digital tools, although engagement declines over time. Simplifying the experience of self-monitoring diet may counteract this decline in engagement. Testing these strategies among racial and ethnic minority groups is important as these groups are often disproportionately affected by obesity yet underrepresented in behavioral obesity treatment.

Objective

In this 2-arm pilot study, we aimed to evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of a digital weight loss intervention with either detailed or simplified dietary self-monitoring.

Methods

We recruited racial and ethnic minority adults aged ≥21 years with a BMI of 25 kg/m²

SUBMITTER: Patel ML 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9795401 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature