Research
Energy balance
MRs resulted in a reduction in body mass index (BMI) by -0.56 kg/m2 compared to conventional diets.
Using meal replacements can help reduce BMI in at-risk populations.
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MRs led to greater reductions in body mass index (BMI, -0.56 kg/m2 [-0.78, -0.34]).
Why this rating
Based on a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Source
Weight management using meal replacements and cardiometabolic risk reduction in individuals with pre-diabetes and features of metabolic syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Jarvis C. Noronha et al. · 2024
Meta-analysis
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