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The effect of lifestyle programs on weight reduction was modest (∼2-4 kg after 4-12 months).
Weight loss from lifestyle programs may be limited, and practitioners should set realistic expectations.
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The effect of lifestyle programs on weight reduction was modest (∼2-4 kg after 4-12 months).
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Based on systematic review methodology and inclusion of multiple studies.
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Interventions to prevent or treat obesity in adult Indigenous Australians: A systematic review
N. Lan et al. · Obesity Research & Clinical Practice · 2025
DOI 10.1016/j.orcp.2025.04.003
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