Improving Self-Monitoring in Weight Loss With Technology
Obesity, Overweight
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Obesity focused on measuring technology in weight loss, standard behavioral therapy for obesity
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: age 18 to 59 years BMI ≥ 27 and ≤ 43 willing to be randomized to one of the three treatment conditions successful completion of screening Note that although residing in Western Pennsylvania is not an explicit eligibility criterion, participants are asked to travel to the University of Pittsburgh frequently. Exclusion Criteria: presence of an eating disorder current serious illness or unstable condition requiring physician-supervised diet and exercise including a glucose level above 125 at baseline physical limitations precluding ability to exercise pregnant or planning to become pregnant in the next 24 mos under current treatment for a psychological disorder reported alcohol intake of 4 drinks/day or more current or recent (past 6 mos) participation in a weight-loss program or use of weight-loss medication planning an extended vacation, absence, or relocation within the next 24 mos
Sites / Locations
- University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing