DIET HABIT

This study tested a program to help people who recently lost weight keep it off long-term. It trained regular clinic staff, like nurses and medical assistants, to provide coaching through an online patient portal. The goal was to see if this approach, integrated into normal healt…

This study tested whether a web and text-message program called iSIPsmarter could help adults in rural Appalachia cut back on sugary drinks like soda and sweet tea. Researchers compared it to a basic educational website. The goal was to see if the interactive program was better a…

This study tested if having a support person, like a partner or friend, attend medical appointments with patients getting weight loss surgery could help. Researchers wanted to see if this support led to better weight loss, healthier eating, and more exercise after surgery compare…

This study tested whether actively involving fathers during pregnancy and their baby's first year could help prevent rapid weight gain and obesity in infants. Researchers enrolled 657 mother-father pairs from minority backgrounds and randomly assigned them to receive either stand…

This program aimed to prevent obesity by helping mothers and their young children develop healthy habits. It worked with over 1,600 families at community health centers in Boston, focusing on diet, activity, sleep, and social needs like food and housing security. The goal was to …

This study tested a two-year program in Danish schools and communities designed to help children aged 6-11 maintain a healthy weight and improve their wellbeing. The program focused on promoting better eating, more physical activity, good sleep, and less screen time. Researchers …

This study observed 42 people with spinal cord injuries for one year after they left the hospital. Researchers tracked their nutrition, home environment, mood, and activity levels to understand why weight gain is common after such injuries. The goal was to gather information to h…

This study aimed to understand how eating ultra-processed foods affects hunger hormones and mental focus. Twenty healthy adults tried two different diets for a few days each: one made entirely of ultra-processed foods and another of unprocessed foods. Researchers measured changes…

This study looked at whether children who eat a diet similar to the Mediterranean diet have fewer cavities and healthier gums. Researchers examined 160 healthy children aged 3-14, checking their teeth and asking families about their eating and activity habits. The goal was to und…