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There were no significant differences in weight changes between the coach-directed and self-directed weight loss groups.
Coaching may not provide additional benefits over self-directed weight loss in this population.
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There were no significant differences in changes between the coach-directed and self-directed groups.
Why this rating
Based on the randomized controlled trial design.
Source
Effects of Behavioral Weight Loss and Metformin on IGFs in Cancer Survivors: A Randomized Trial
Hsin‐Chieh Yeh et al. · The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism · 2021
DOI 10.1210/clinem/dgab266
rct · n=121Cited 22×
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