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A year-long internet-based weight loss program designed to maximize the health benefits of behavioral weight loss
| Study Type |
| Internet-based weight loss program |
| Study Purpose |
| The MOST Study is a research study designed to help people lose weight and keep it off. Specifically, we are testing an online weight loss program with additional experimental components that may help to maximize the health benefits of weight loss. |
| Study Design |
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The purpose of the study is to improve the weight loss success of an online weight loss program by incorporating additional intervention components. All study participants will receive 12 months of the “core” online weight loss program and will be randomized to 0-5 additional experimental components. The additional components include: virtual reality, tailored exercise programs, interactive intervention for dysregulated eating, social interaction, and tailored interactive video feedback with a focus on dietary skills.
Interested participants will be asked to attend an orientation visit to learn more about the study and to ask questions, which can be complete either in-person or remotely. Those who wish to participate will be asked to attend a baseline assessment visit in addition to assessment visits at month 3, 6, and 12. During these visits we will collect weight data and information about your eating and activity habits.
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| Study Requirements |
| To be initially eligible for the study, you must be between 18 and 70 years old with overweight or obesity (BMI between 25 and 50). To see if you are eligible, please follow this link. For more information on eligibility requirements, please contact Krystal DeFaria at kdefaria@lifespan.org or by phone at 401-793-8991. |
| Study Benefits |
| All participants will receive a 12-month internet-based weight loss program that has been proven to help people lose weight previously. In addition, you will have a chance to receive additional online components such as virtual reality, tailored exercise programs, interactive intervention for dysregulated eating, social interaction, and tailored interactive video feedback with a focus on dietary skill. Participants in this program may lose weight, eat a healthier diet, increase their physical activity, and see thus corresponding health benefits. Participants will also be compensated for completing assessments. |
| Study Contact |
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To find out more information and to see if you are eligible, please follow this link. To find out more about the study, contact Krystal DeFaria at kdefaria@lifespan.org or 401-793-8991.
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