Food Cravings Strategies During Dietary Weight Loss

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA-CHAMPAIGN · Feb 26, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at ways to help people manage their food cravings, which can be a big challenge when trying to lose weight. The goal is to improve the EMPOWER program by adding techniques to help reduce these cravings. Researchers will randomly assign participants to one of two strategies to see which one works better for helping with weight loss.

To be eligible for this study, you need to be an adult aged 18 to 75 with a body mass index (BMI) of at least 28, which indicates obesity. You should also experience moderate food cravings and eat the foods you crave a few times a week. If you’re interested, you can expect to receive support and tools to help manage your cravings as you work towards your weight loss goals. It’s important to note that if you've been in another weight management program recently, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have certain medical conditions, you may not qualify for this trial.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Adult between the ages of 18 and 75
• • 2. BMI of at least 28 and above
• • 4- Have access to the internet 3- Report experiencing at least a moderate amount of food cravings, and they consume the craved food at least a few times per week.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Participation in a formal weight management program within the preceding three months.
• • 2. Usage of medications impacting weight.
• • 3. Being pregnant or breastfeeding.
• • 4. Having a history of bariatric surgeries.
• • 5. Diagnosed with DM type 1 or/and Use insulin injection