Trial reportObesity (Silver Spring, Md.)2020
Weight Gain Over 6 Years in Young Adults: The Study of Novel Approaches to Weight Gain Prevention Randomized Trial.
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- Mediators and moderators of successful population-level weight management in primary care: results from the PATHWEIGH cluster-randomized pragmatic trial.International journal of obesity (2005) · 2026Trial
- Implementation and effectiveness of a care process to prioritize weight management in primary care: a stepped-wedge cluster-randomized trial.Nature medicine · 2026Trial
- Effect of a Lifestyle Intervention on Cardiometabolic Health Among Emerging Adults: A Randomized Clinical Trial.JAMA network open · 2022Trial
- Health Literacy, Numeracy, and Health Promotion: A Secondary Analysis of the Choosewell 365 Workplace Trial.American journal of preventive medicine · 2022Trial
- Effect of tailoring on weight loss among young adults receiving digital interventions: an 18 month randomized controlled trial.Translational behavioral medicine · 2021Trial
- Changes in Cardiovascular Risk Factors Over 6 Years in Young Adults in a Randomized Trial of Weight Gain Prevention.Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.) · 2020Trial
- Promoting adherence to weight-related behaviors in young adults: Design of the Nudge microrandomized trial.Contemporary clinical trials · 2026Article
- Results of a pilot sequential multiple assignment randomized trial using counseling to augment a digital weight loss program.Obesity science & practice · 2024Article
- Persistent, High Levels of Social Jetlag Predict Poor Weight Outcomes in a Weight Gain Prevention Study for Young adults.Journal of behavioral medicine · 2022Article
- Mobile health plus community health worker support for weight management among public housing residents (Path to Health): A randomized controlled trial protocol.Contemporary clinical trials · 2022Article
- Predictors and Outcomes of Digital Weighing and Activity Tracking Lapses Among Young Adults During Weight Gain Prevention.Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.) · 2021Article
- Patient-Focused Selection of PrEP Medication for Individuals at Risk of HIV: A Narrative Review.Infectious diseases and therapy · 2021Review
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Abstract
objectiveThe study objective was to determine whether two self-regulation interventions that reduced 3-year weight gain in young adults remain effective at 6 years.
methodsA randomized trial was conducted in two academic settings in 599 young adults, aged 18 to 35 years, with normal weight or overweight; 504 (84%) reconsented for a 6-year extension (Study of Novel Approaches to Weight Gain Prevention-Extended [SNAP-E]) with ongoing intervention and assessments. Weight gain over 6 years was compared for all assigned to Control, Large Changes (LC; lose 5-10 pounds initially), and Small Changes (SC; make small daily changes in intake and activity).
resultsWeight change from baseline to 6 years did not differ significantly among the three groups (Control = 3.9 kg, SC = 4.1 kg, and LC = 2.8 kg). However, there was a significant age-by-treatment interaction (P = 0.002). Among those < 25 years old, weight gain from baseline to 6 years averaged 7.3 kg in the Control group and was reduced by almost 50% in LC and SC. LC also significantly reduced mean weight gain (area under the curve) over 6 years compared with Control or SC.
conclusionsAlthough the interventions did not reduce weight gain at 6 years for the full cohort, they were effective in those < 25 years old. Future efforts should focus on young adults aged 18 to 24.9 and test more intensive interventions with more diverse participants.
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