Group programmes for weight loss may be more effective than one-to-one sessions
BMJ 2021; 375 doi: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.n2771 (Published 22 November 2021) Cite this as: BMJ 2021;375:n2771
- Helen Saul, editor in chief,
- Deniz Gursul, research dissemination officer
- Correspondence to H Saul NIHRAlerts{at}nihr.ac.uk
The study
Abbott S, Smith E, Tighe B, Lycett D. Group versus one-to-one multi-component lifestyle interventions for weight management: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. J Hum Nutr Diet 2021;34:485-93.
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Footnotes
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