A Study of a Low-Carbohydrate Diet to Improve Maternal Health After Childbirth (SLIM)
Obesity, Postpartum Weight Retention, Insulin Sensitivity
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Obesity focused on measuring Low carbohydrate diet
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Delivery at University of Texas Medical Branch
- Body max index greater than or equal to 30 kilograms/meters squared at the final prenatal visit prior to delivery.
- Singleton gestation.
- Accessibility to the internet.
- Basic understanding and comprehension of the English language to be assessed by study personnel at the time of recruitment.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Diabetes mellitus on medication.
- Serious medical condition, such as heart failure, kidney failure, or severe asthma, as determined by the principle investigator.
- Planned pregnancy during study period.
- Enrolled in another trial that may affect outcome.
- Subject unlikely to be followed up after delivery.
Sites / Locations
- University of Texas Medical Branch
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Arm 3
No Intervention
Active Comparator
Active Comparator
Standard of care
Low carbohydrate diet education
Low carbohydrate diet education with behavioral component
Subjects will receive standard counseling on obesity as part of routine postpartum care.
Subjects will receive educational materials regarding a low carbohydrate diet in addition to the standard counseling on obesity as part of routine postpartum care.
Subjects will receive in person instruction regarding a low carbohydrate diet as part of a 12 week course, in addition to receiving educational materials regarding a low carbohydrate diet and the standard counseling on obesity as part of routine postpartum care.