Smartphone nudges help low-income adults shed pounds

NCT ID NCT04353258

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Connecticut Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a 12-month weight loss program delivered by smartphone, using behavioral economics tricks, could help economically disadvantaged adults lose weight. 195 participants with obesity and low income were split into two groups: one got the standard mobile program, the other got extra behavioral economics features. The main goal was to see how much weight each group lost.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Behavioral economics weight loss program delivered via mobile phone
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could provide an effective, low-cost weight loss option for people with limited financial resources.
What could go wrong: This is a completed trial, but results may not apply to all groups. Weight loss programs often have mixed long-term success, and the mobile-only format may not suit everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder Weight Loss

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OBESITY

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Locations

UConn Weight Management Research Lab

Hartford, Connecticut, 06103, United States

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