Adherence
Structured Internet behavioral weight loss programs with weekly therapist contact and individualized feedback produce significantly greater initial weight loss and waist circumference reduction compared to providing access to educational web resources alone.
To lose weight using internet technology, you need more than just information. You need a structured program that includes weekly lessons, regular self-monitoring of your diet and activity, and direct, personalized feedback from a therapist. This approach was shown to be significantly more effective than just having links to weight loss websites.
Participants who were given a structured behavioral treatment program with weekly contact and individualized feedback had better weight loss compared with those given links to educational Web sites.
Why this rating
Randomized controlled trial with objective measures, though limited by short duration (6 months) and specific population (hospital employees).
Source
Using Internet Technology to Deliver a Behavioral Weight Loss Program
Deborah F. Tate · JAMA · 2001
DOI 10.1001/jama.285.9.1172
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