Can a simple diet plan help you keep weight off for good?

NCT ID NCT01849627

First seen Jun 12, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at two different diet strategies to help people with obesity maintain weight loss over nearly two years. 345 adults aged 18 to 70 with a BMI between 27 and 45 took part. One group followed a low-energy-density diet (eating lots of low-calorie foods), while the other group ate to match their daily energy needs. The goal was to see which approach worked better for keeping weight off long-term.

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Locations

  • University of Tennessee

    Knoxville, Tennessee, 37996, United States

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