Energy balance
A Nurse Practitioner-supervised medical weight loss program combining a 1500-1800 calorie diet and 30 minutes of aerobic activity 3-4 times per week significantly reduces BMI in obese adults over a three-month period.
To lose weight, aim for 1500-1800 calories daily and do 30 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise (like brisk walking) 3-4 times a week. Crucially, stay in a structured program with regular check-ins (e.g., weekly) for at least 3 months, as consistency is the strongest driver of success.
This study yielded a number of significant findings. Overall weight loss was significant (p = 0.00, t = 2.98) with a mean weight loss of 2.6147 pounds (SD 5.1204)... The intervention was provided free of charge... consisted of the provision of a 1500-1800 calorie, low calorie diet and detailed instructions to follow 30 minutes of an aerobic activity program 3-4 times per week.
Why this rating
Small sample size (n=38), single-group design, short duration (3 months), and potential selection bias (self-referred, high female ratio).
Source
An Interventional Approach to Obesity in an Ambulatory Care Setting
Nadine M. Aktan · Community Medicine & Public Health Care · 2016
DOI 10.24966/cmph-1978/100020
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