Research
Energy balance
WG patients lost more weight than TC patients at 1 year (-13.21 pounds for WG vs +1.94 pounds for TC).
Group visit models may be more effective for weight loss compared to traditional care.
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At 1 year, WG patients also lost more weight than TC patients (-13.21 pounds for WG vs +1.94 pounds for TC).
Why this rating
The study design indicates a clear comparison of weight loss between two groups.
Source
Impact of a Novel Wellness Group Visit Model on Obesity and Behavior Change
Karen L. Axten et al. · The Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine · 2017
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