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Hunger was the only significant predictor of weight change in a multivariate model including craving-trait and eating behaviors.
Addressing hunger may be more effective than focusing solely on cravings in weight loss strategies.
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In contrast to several previous reports of increased food cravings with weight change, this study confirmed a broad reduction in cravings during weight change.
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Based on the statistical modeling performed in the study.
Source
Relationship of cravings with weight loss and hunger: Results from a 6 month worksite weight loss intervention
Payal Batra et al. · The FASEB Journal · 2013
DOI 10.1096/fasebj.27.1_supplement.231.3
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