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Short-term multicomponent lifestyle interventions (6 months or less) combining nutrition and physical activity achieve statistically significant weight loss in adults with overweight or obesity compared to control groups.
If you have overweight or obesity, a structured program combining diet and exercise lasting 6 months or less can help you lose weight. You don't necessarily need a year-long commitment to see results. Look for programs that offer education, tracking tools, and support, as these multicomponent approaches are effective.
Short-term multicomponent interventions involving physical activity and nutrition can achieve weight loss for adults with overweight or obesity.
Why this rating
Based on 14 RCTs, though heterogeneity was substantial (I^2=69%).
Source
Weight Loss in Short-Term Interventions for Physical Activity and Nutrition Among Adults With Overweight or Obesity: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Wendi Rotunda et al. · Preventing Chronic Disease · 2024
DOI 10.5888/pcd21.230347
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