Int J Obes Relat Metab Disord May 2003 PMID 12704397

Weight management using a meal replacement strategy: meta and pooling analysis from six studies.

S B Heymsfield, C A J van Mierlo, H C M van der Knaap, M Heo, H I Frier

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The overall tone is supportive, with posts like 'Science confirms soylent good' and 'Meal replacement shakes work,' which demonstrate agreement and mild interest. The use of straightforward language and endorsements from well-known figures contribute to the perception that meal replacement strategies are effective, but the engagement remains relatively shallow with limited elaboration on the underlying research or implications.

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Abstract in brief

  • This study reviews six long-term (at least 3 months) clinical trials comparing meal replacement (PMR) strategies with traditional calorie-restricted diets for weight loss in overweight and obese adults, finding that the PMR plans lead to greater weight loss.
  • The research consolidates data from multiple studies through meta and pooling analyses, showing that using vitamin and mineral-fortified liquid or solid meal replacements results in significant, sustained weight loss at 3 months and 1 year.
  • Overall, the findings suggest that meal replacement strategies are a safe and more effective option for long-term weight management compared to conventional diets, provided the calorie intake is matched between groups.

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Emil Kirkegaard
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Science confirms soylent good Weight management using a meal replacement strategy: meta and pooling analysis from six studies https://t.co/cTQQ7eu8tV

Sep 19, 2023 · 5 likes · 46,371 followers View post →
Kenneth Stark
@Starkenator · X

Finally here is a meta analysis showing how “Ultra processed foods” such as protein shakes lead to greater weight loss: Weight management using a meal replacement strategy: meta and pooling analysis from six studies https://t.co/gK4qiE49GY

Feb 21, 2025 · 1 like · 334 followers View post →
beahaven
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@Laura387270141 Meal replacement shakes work. https://t.co/NPh2HRVFt6

Mar 16, 2023 · 838 followers View post →
drehman ☕️#ReadWriteThinkCriticallyDaily
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Research suggests that replacing just one meal with a meal replacement drink led to an average of 5.5 more pounds compared to a calorie-restricted diet. - The Daily Pump @Schwarzenegger @BornFitness @ketch https://t.co/SpqU3UXuso

Dec 1, 2023 · 593 followers View post →

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Kenneth Stark
@Starkenator · X

Finally here is a meta analysis showing how “Ultra processed foods” such as protein shakes lead to greater weight loss: Weight management using a meal replacement strategy: meta and pooling analysis from six studies https://t.co/gK4qiE49GY

Feb 21, 2025 · 1 like · 334 followers View post →
drehman ☕️#ReadWriteThinkCriticallyDaily
@pomdr · X

Research suggests that replacing just one meal with a meal replacement drink led to an average of 5.5 more pounds compared to a calorie-restricted diet. - The Daily Pump @Schwarzenegger @BornFitness @ketch https://t.co/SpqU3UXuso

Dec 1, 2023 · 593 followers View post →
Emil Kirkegaard
@KirkegaardEmil · X

Science confirms soylent good Weight management using a meal replacement strategy: meta and pooling analysis from six studies https://t.co/cTQQ7eu8tV

Sep 19, 2023 · 5 likes · 46,371 followers View post →
beahaven
@beahaven · X

@Laura387270141 Meal replacement shakes work. https://t.co/NPh2HRVFt6

Mar 16, 2023 · 838 followers View post →
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