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ERIC Number: EJ955582
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011-Mar
Pages: 14
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-1087-3244
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Computer-Assisted Dieting: Effects of a Randomized Nutrition Intervention
Schroder, Kerstin E. E.
American Journal of Health Behavior, v35 n2 p175-188 Mar 2011
Objectives: To compare the effects of a computer-assisted dieting intervention (CAD) with and without self-management training on dieting among 55 overweight and obese adults. Methods: Random assignment to a single-session nutrition intervention (CAD-only) or a combined CAD plus self-management group intervention (CADG). Dependent variables were the number of servings from various food groups and macronutrients related to body weight. Results: Both intervention groups reduced the consumption of energy, fat, and carbohydrates. Relative to CAD-only, the CADG condition was more successful in reducing fat intake, increasing vegetable consumption, and maintaining fruit intake. Conclusions: Effects of computer-assisted self-monitoring can be augmented through self-management training.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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