Investigating the effect of full meal provision on weight loss compared to self-directed dieting behaviour

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Overweight and obesity; Nutritional, Metabolic, Endocrine; Obesity

• Registration Number: ISRCTN29087562
• Lead Sponsor: Diet Chef Ltd

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2011-03-10
• Last Update Posted: 3 July 2017

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 120

Inclusion Criteria

1. Presenting weight of a body mass index (BMI) of between 27 and 35 kg/m^2
2. Individuals expressing a wish to try to lose weight
3. Male or female aged between 30 and 70 years
4. No history of diabetes
5. No history of eating disorders
6. Not taking medication likely to lead to weight gain or loss, e.g. steroids, beta blockade, diuretics etc.

Exclusion Criteria

1. Bariatric surgery either in planning or in history
2. Planning or currently pregnant
3. Food allergies
4. Vegetarians and vegans
5. Individuals not willing to commit to trying to lose weight for 3 months/12 weeks

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified