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Testing a Tailored Approach to Long-Term Weight Loss Success

Pilot Testing an Adaptive Intervention for Weight Loss Maintenance

Who can join

As published by the study on ClinicalTrials.gov. "Not stated" means the study hasn't said — ask the study team.

Age
18 Years to 65 Years
Sex
All sexes
Healthy volunteers
Accepted
Compensation
Not stated

Other requirements are listed under Eligibility below. Only the study team can confirm whether you can join.

What to expect

No one can promise a trial will help you personally — that is what the research is trying to find out.

What participation involves

Not stated in the study description — ask the study team about visits and procedures.

Compensation
Not stated
  • Study-related exams and procedures are typically provided at no cost. This is how many trials work in general — confirm the details for this study with the study team.
  • Participants are monitored closely by the research team throughout the study.
  • Some participants may receive access to an investigational treatment, which is still being studied.
  • Your participation helps researchers learn whether this approach could help future patients.

About this study

In plain language

This study tests a 26-week program tailored to each person to help prevent weight regain. It is for people who lost weight on purpose. The program includes learning tips by text or email, weekly online check-ins, weekly weigh-ins, and possible health coaching.

The purpose of this study is to develop and test an adaptive, individually tailored intervention to prevent weight regain in people who have intentionally lost weight. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Is an adaptive intervention with tailored re-engagement support feasible for individuals following intentional weight loss? * Does this intervention prevent weight regain after intentional weight loss? Participants will: * Complete a baseline assessment of body measurements * Complete surveys on dietary intake, mental health, and physical activity Participants will also engage in a 26-week program, which involves: * Receive regular educational texts/emails * Fill out weekly online survey check-ins * Weigh themselves at least weekly on a scale provided by the study * Some participants may receive health coaching during portions of the study. * Assessments will be repeated for all participants at the end of the intervention period.

Compensation is read from the study's own description and may be missing — always confirm with the study team.

Eligibility

Who can join

  • Before losing weight, had a body mass index (BMI) of 27 or higher. BMI is a measure based on height and weight.
  • Lost at least 7% of body weight in the past 6 months.
  • Lost weight on purpose.
  • Have no plans for weight loss surgery in the next 6 months.
  • Have access to a smart device that can download apps and receive texts.
  • Can get approval to join from a primary care provider.

Who can't join

  • Are pregnant, gave birth within the past 12 months, or plan to become pregnant.
  • Have an uncontrolled health condition involving the heart, how the body uses energy, kidneys, lungs, mental health, thyroid, or cancer.
  • Do not have reliable access to enough food.
  • Had weight loss surgery or cancer treatment within the past 5 years.
  • Have a current eating disorder diagnosis or treatment, or were diagnosed or treated less than 12 months ago.

Simplified for readability. The official criteria below are what the study team uses.

Official eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * BMI of ≥ 27 prior to weight loss * Lost ≥ 7% of body mass in the past 6 months * Weight loss was intentional * No plans for weight loss surgery in the next 6 months * Access to a smart device that can download applications and receive text messages * Able to receive clearance for study participation from primary care provider Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant or within 12 months postpartum, or planning pregnancy * Uncontrolled conditions that affect overall health (cardiovascular, metabolic, renal, pulmonary, psychiatric, thyroid, cancers) * Food insecure * Bariatric surgery or cancer treatment within the past 5 years * Active or recent (\<12 months) treatment/diagnosis of an eating disorder

Study sites (1)

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