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Behavioral Intervention

Inclusion group for Obesity

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Recruiting
Research Sponsored by University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Must have
Adult between the ages of 18 and 75
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline. month 1, month 3
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Study Summary

This trial aims to improve the EMPOWER program by adding techniques to help reduce food cravings, which is important for long-term success in weight management. The study will test the effectiveness of these strategies on weight

Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals who are dealing with obesity and want to lose weight. Participants should be interested in trying new strategies to manage food cravings as part of a dietary weight loss program. Specific eligibility criteria were not provided, so it's best to contact the study organizers for detailed requirements.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing two different strategies designed to help control food cravings during a structured dietary weight loss program. The goal is to see which strategy works better at supporting participants' weight loss efforts.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves non-medical interventions focused on diet and behavior modification, side effects may include feelings of hunger or frustration, changes in mood related to dieting, and potential dissatisfaction if the craving management isn't effective.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I am between 18 and 75 years old.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline. month 1, month 3
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and baseline. month 1, month 3 for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Body weight
Food Craving Strategies Compliance
Food Cravings
Secondary outcome measures
Dietary intake

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Inclusion groupExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Inclusion Strategy: This strategy teaches individuals how to modify their eating habits by paying attention to the portion size of craved foods and incorporating them into well-balanced meals, avoiding eating between meals. It also includes a toolkit for situations where individuals may struggle to include craved foods in their balanced meals. Both strategies include educational materials explaining the definition of food cravings, factors that contribute to food cravings, and the distinction between hunger and cravings.
Group II: Avoidance groupExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Avoidance Strategy: This strategy focuses on teaching individuals how to modify their immediate environments to make it easier to control food cravings. Examples include redesigning your home to remove tempting foods or limiting access to craved foods. It also covers tips on making grocery lists and communicating health goals within your social circle. Additionally, it includes a toolkit for situations where controlling the immediate environment may be challenging, such as at parties or social gatherings Both strategies include educational materials explaining the definition of food cravings, factors that contribute to food cravings, and the distinction between hunger and cravings.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignLead Sponsor
189 Previous Clinical Trials
37,285 Total Patients Enrolled
22 Trials studying Obesity
2,390 Patients Enrolled for Obesity

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are there any ongoing opportunities for patients to participate in this medical study?

"As per the details on clinicaltrials.gov, this investigation is presently enrolling volunteers. The trial was initially published on January 29th, 2024 and most recently revised on February 26th, 2024."

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Is there an inclusion of individuals aged 75 and above in this clinical study?

"To be eligible for participation in this study, individuals must be at least 18 years old and no more than 75 years of age."

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Can individuals enroll themselves in this medical research study?

"Participants must have a BMI indicative of obesity and fall within the age range of 18 to 75 years old to be eligible for this research. The aim is to recruit approximately 100 individuals for this study."

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Recent research and studies
clinicaltrials.govStudy
Food Cravings Strategies During Dietary Weight Loss
2024. "Food Cravings Strategies During Dietary Weight Loss". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06280339.
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