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Efficacy of mHealth Applications in Weight Management in a Population Affected by Overweight or Obesity

Efficacy of mHealth Applications in Weight Management in a Population Affected by Overweight or Obesity

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18-64 years
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Overview

The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of mobile health applications in improving health outcomes in patients with overweight and obesity. This study will involve a 6-month long commitment where participants will be expected to use an mHealth app daily, weigh themselves and check their fasting blood glucose levels every morning.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Between the age of 18-64
  • BMI ≥ 25
  • Owns or has access to a bathroom weight scale
  • Owns a smartphone and willing to download mobile app

Exclusion Criteria:

  • On medications that promote weight gain such as antipsychotic, antidepressant, and steroid hormone medications.
  • Medications for diabetes such as insulin, thiazolidinediones or sulfonylureas are okay

Study details
    Overweight and Obesity

NCT05726942

San Diego State University

27 January 2024

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