Daily Weigh-In: a simple trick to stop weight gain?
NCT ID NCT04044794
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether weighing yourself daily with a wireless scale can help adults with obesity manage their weight. About 400 people from primary care clinics took part. They were asked to weigh themselves each day and see their weight trend on the scale's display. The goal was to see if this simple habit could prevent continued weight gain over two years.
What this could mean
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Active substance
daily self-weighing with a wireless digital scale
What this could lead to
If it works, this simple habit could help people with obesity prevent further weight gain without expensive programs.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral study, not a drug or device. Results may vary, and long-term adherence to daily weighing is uncertain.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, 35205, United States