Motivational methods focused on weight loss in primary care

Volume 20 No 13 (2022)

Dr. Becker Neto Mullo, Dr. Segundo San Lucas Coque, Dr. Guillermo Bastidas Tello

DOI: 10.14704/nq.2022.20.13.NQ88286

Abstract

Introduction: obesity is an “epidemic” due to its prevalence and related physical and mental health comorbidities, and an appropriate approach could decrease its morbidity. Objective: to evaluate the effects of Average Weight Loss (AWN) with a weight loss intervention with a supportive component in primary care. Methods: A prospective study was conducted based on a 3-month treatment program through motivational interviewing in primary care. Results: The percentage of weight change at the 12-month follow-up was also significant (t (22)= -2.40, p=0.025; d'=0.5. Conclusions: The trial of EM weight loss plus AWN in primary care resulted in statistically significant weight loss after treatment

Keywords

obesity, nutrition, primary care, weight loss, motivational interviewing. source: DeCS

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