Research
Adherence
A high frequency of previous dieting is a strong predictor of significant weight regain after a weight-loss intervention.
If you have a history of frequent dieting, you are at higher risk for regaining weight after a diet. This is not your fault, but it is a known risk factor. To succeed, you need a structured maintenance plan that addresses the behavioral patterns of previous diets, rather than just relying on willpower.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Frequent dieters showed significantly more weight regain than less frequent dieters (8.8± 1.0 kg vs. 5.1 ±0.8 kg, p<0.01).
Why this rating
Observational analysis of pooled data from two controlled trials; strong statistical significance (p<0.01) but not a randomized controlled trial of the predictor itself.
Source
Predictors of Weight Maintenance
Wilrike J. Pasman et al. · Obesity Research · 1999
cohort · n=67Cited 195×
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