Adherence
Theory-based lifestyle interventions combining dietary and physical activity components with specific behavior change techniques (goal setting, self-monitoring, instructions, credible source) are effective for treating overweight/obesity in post-treatment breast cancer survivors.
Breast cancer survivors aiming for weight loss should engage in structured lifestyle programs that combine a moderate caloric deficit (500-1000 kcal/day) with gradually increasing physical activity (starting at 30 mins/day). These programs must be grounded in behavioral theory and explicitly use techniques like goal setting, self-monitoring, and credible instruction to be effective.
The present systematic review identified the components of theory-based nutrition and physical activity behaviour change interventions that may be beneficial for the treatment of overweight/obesity in breast cancer survivors.
Why this rating
Systematic review of 11 RCTs, though risk of bias was moderate to high in most studies.
Source
Identifying the effective behaviour change techniques in nutrition and physical activity interventions for the treatment of overweight/obesity in post-treatment breast cancer survivors: a systematic review
Maria Perperidi et al. · Cancer Causes & Control · 2023
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