OBESITY PREVENTION

This study tested if intermittent fasting (the 5:2 diet) helps people who gained weight back after bariatric surgery lose more weight than a standard low-calorie diet. Sixteen adults who had surgery at least a year ago and regained weight took part. Both groups followed their eat…

This study looked at whether replacing breakfast with a low glycemic index shake could improve blood sugar and insulin levels in overweight but otherwise healthy adults. 46 participants ate either the shake or a bowl of oat cereal for two weeks. Researchers measured blood sugar a…

This study tested whether a 9-month program using a smartphone app could help 520 adults with chronic conditions improve their diet, physical activity, and mental health. Participants were split into two groups: one used the app to get personalized guidance, the other received us…

This study tested whether adding peer support and online tools to basic health education helps college students manage their weight and improve their mood. Researchers enrolled 216 full-time students and compared three groups over six months: one with only monthly talks and email…

This study tested a school-based program called 'High Five!' to help prevent overweight and obesity in children ages 7 to 9. Over 650 children took part, learning about healthy eating, physical activity, screen time, and sleep through fun activities. The program also involved par…

This study tested a 12-week wellness program for 98 overweight university employees. Participants received personalized walking plans, nutrition education, and a mobile app to track progress. The goal was to see if this program could improve body composition, metabolic health, an…

This study tested a new online training program for community health workers (called promotoras) to help them teach healthy living to Hispanic women. 160 female health workers took part, either receiving the new web-based training or a standard government training. The goal was t…