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There was no long‐term difference in weight change over time.
This indicates that incorporating discretionary foods may not hinder long-term weight management.
StrongRefutesmedium confidence
There was no long‐term difference in weight change over time.
Why this rating
Based on the randomized controlled trial design.
Source
The effects of a discretionary food allowance during a caloric restriction regimen with provided food
Cheryl H. Gilhooly et al. · The FASEB Journal · 2008
DOI 10.1096/fasebj.22.1_supplement.878.6
rct · n=32
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