Adherence
Integrating health and wellness coaching into clinical care at moderate-to-high frequency (at least monthly) results in clinically meaningful weight loss (>5% initial body weight) and improved metabolic risk factors in overweight and obese patients.
To lose weight sustainably, seek a certified health and wellness coach who meets with you at least monthly (or weekly if possible) for at least a year. The coach should help you set specific, measurable goals and solve barriers, rather than just giving you a diet plan. This approach works best when your primary doctor supports the process, even if they aren't the one doing the coaching.
Health and wellness coaching in a variety of clinical settings at moderate-to-high frequency dosages was most efficacious in helping patients achieve and sustain clinically meaningful weight loss, as seen in nine of the thirteen studies examined.
Why this rating
Systematic review of 13 studies, including RCTs and case studies, showing consistent positive trends.
Source
EFFICACIOUS APPROACH TO INTEGRATING HEALTH AND WELLNESS COACHING INTO THE CLINICAL CARE FOR WEIGHT MANAGEMENT: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND PROPOSAL
Jenny Seugn Hyun Lee · Journal of Diabetes and Obesity · 2017
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