Obes Rev May 2009 PMID 19175510

Long-term effectiveness of diet-plus-exercise interventions vs. diet-only interventions for weight loss: a meta-analysis.

T Wu, X Gao, M Chen, R M van Dam

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43
Peak: 5 in Apr 2021
across 6 sources since Apr 2017

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a strong consensus that combining exercise with diet yields better long-term weight loss results, exemplified by posts citing detailed studies, such as those mentioning over two-year data and improved outcomes. The tone and choice of words, like 'significantly greater' and 'long-term effectiveness,' underscore the perceived importance and impact of the research findings.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions agree that adding exercise improves long-term weight loss, emphasizing the study's findings that combined interventions are more effective.

InterestHigh interest

Several posts show high interest by referencing detailed studies, mentioning long-term data, and discussing implications for weight management strategies.

EngagementModerate engagement

The posts demonstrate meaningful engagement with references to research details, interpretations of data, and personal insights, though some comments remain brief.

ImpactHigh impact

The collective discussion indicates the article significantly influences opinions on weight loss methods, highlighting the importance of combined diet and exercise approaches.

Abstract in brief

  • This meta-analysis compares the long-term effectiveness of diet plus exercise interventions versus diet-only interventions for weight loss, based on 18 randomized controlled trials involving overweight or obese adults.
  • The study found that adding exercise to a diet results in slightly greater weight loss and BMI reduction over time, including in studies lasting two years or more.
  • Both approaches tend to lead to some weight regain, suggesting that future research should explore ways to sustain weight loss in the long term.]

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えくろダイエット
@ekuro0513 · X

【参考】2009年メタアナリシス。減量のために食事プラス運動介入と食事のみの介入の長期にわたる有効性 https://t.co/a8dyid51oQ

Feb 11, 2022 · 7 likes · 4,210 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

Fun fact: if your #NewYearsResolution is #weightloss, #exercise alone will unlikely help. the best diet is *any* (sensible) diet that you enjoy & maintain whilst consuming fewer calories than you burn. exercise + diet = better yet https://t.co/2UbfyljwOz https://t.co/2GnhWBPThB https://t.co/3GzG3KiCOl

Jan 1, 2022 · 6 likes · 4 shares · 8,806 followers View post →
Alan Aragon
@TheAlanAragon · X

@FrogHarmless "Even in studies lasting ≥2 yrs, diet + exercise interventions provided significantly greater weight loss than diet-only interventions. In summary, a combined diet-plus-exercise programme provided greater long-term weight loss than a diet-only programme." https://t.co/5iYSmNcvdC

Apr 3, 2021 · 3 likes · 42,047 followers View post →
Alan Aragon
@TheAlanAragon · X

@CaloriesProper @garytaubes @brunoheat @JesseLunsford "Even in studies lasting ≥2 yrs, diet + exercise interventions provided significantly greater weight loss than diet-only interventions. In summary, a combined diet-plus-exercise programme provided greater long-term weight loss than a diet-only programme." https://t.co/5iYSmNcvdC

Apr 17, 2021 · 1 like · 42,047 followers View post →
Harmless Frog
@FrogHarmless · X

@ColinChampMD @janvyjidak To be fair, PA is worth like 1kg less. https://t.co/eZ7ycW5mr2

Apr 11, 2021 · 1 like · 502 followers View post →
Harmless Frog
@FrogHarmless · X

@HermanPontzer @dylancarterrr @DrNadolsky @LuaWilkinson Here's another meta, H/T @TheAlanAragon. https://t.co/CLige62xQZ https://t.co/3ws837J2Ah

Apr 20, 2021 · 1 like · 502 followers View post →

All mentions

Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

RT @angryhacademic: Fun fact: if your #NewYearsResolution is #weightloss, #exercise alone will unlikely help. the best diet is *any* (sensi…

Jan 1, 2025 · 4 shares · 8,806 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

RT @angryhacademic: Fun fact: if your #NewYearsResolution is #weightloss, #exercise alone will unlikely help. the best diet is *any* (sensi…

Jan 1, 2024 · 4 shares · 8,806 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

RT @angryhacademic: Fun fact: if your #NewYearsResolution is #weightloss, #exercise alone will unlikely help. the best diet is *any* (sensi…

Jan 1, 2023 · 4 shares · 8,806 followers View post →
Tamar Haspel
@TamarHaspel · X

There aren't many trials that go longer than 1 year, but virtually all the data from 2+ years shows weight loss under 10 pounds. This one here shows 3ish. https://t.co/Oe38aZYuMU

Apr 26, 2022 · 23,389 followers View post →
えくろダイエット
@ekuro0513 · X

【参考】2009年メタアナリシス。減量のために食事プラス運動介入と食事のみの介入の長期にわたる有効性 https://t.co/a8dyid51oQ

Feb 11, 2022 · 7 likes · 4,210 followers View post →
smurfsj
@smurfsj · X

RT @angryhacademic: Fun fact: if your #NewYearsResolution is #weightloss, #exercise alone will unlikely help. the best diet is *any* (sensi…

Jan 1, 2022 · 4 shares · 132 followers View post →
Harriet Carroll: Long Covid Scientific Consultancy
@angryhacademic · X

Fun fact: if your #NewYearsResolution is #weightloss, #exercise alone will unlikely help. the best diet is *any* (sensible) diet that you enjoy & maintain whilst consuming fewer calories than you burn. exercise + diet = better yet https://t.co/2UbfyljwOz https://t.co/2GnhWBPThB https://t.co/3GzG3KiCOl

Jan 1, 2022 · 6 likes · 4 shares · 8,806 followers View post →
Harmless Frog
@FrogHarmless · X

@HermanPontzer @dylancarterrr @DrNadolsky @LuaWilkinson Here's another meta, H/T @TheAlanAragon. https://t.co/CLige62xQZ https://t.co/3ws837J2Ah

Apr 20, 2021 · 1 like · 502 followers View post →
Alan Aragon
@TheAlanAragon · X

@garytaubes @CaloriesProper @brunoheat @JesseLunsford "Even in studies lasting ≥2 yrs, diet + exercise interventions provided significantly greater weight loss than diet-only interventions. In summary, a combined diet-plus-exercise programme provided greater long-term weight loss than a diet-only programme." https://t.co/5iYSmNcvdC

Apr 17, 2021 · 42,047 followers View post →
Alan Aragon
@TheAlanAragon · X

@CaloriesProper @garytaubes @brunoheat @JesseLunsford "Even in studies lasting ≥2 yrs, diet + exercise interventions provided significantly greater weight loss than diet-only interventions. In summary, a combined diet-plus-exercise programme provided greater long-term weight loss than a diet-only programme." https://t.co/5iYSmNcvdC

Apr 17, 2021 · 1 like · 42,047 followers View post →
Harmless Frog
@FrogHarmless · X

@ColinChampMD @janvyjidak To be fair, PA is worth like 1kg less. https://t.co/eZ7ycW5mr2

Apr 11, 2021 · 1 like · 502 followers View post →
Alan Aragon
@TheAlanAragon · X

@FrogHarmless "Even in studies lasting ≥2 yrs, diet + exercise interventions provided significantly greater weight loss than diet-only interventions. In summary, a combined diet-plus-exercise programme provided greater long-term weight loss than a diet-only programme." https://t.co/5iYSmNcvdC

Apr 3, 2021 · 3 likes · 42,047 followers View post →
atamayama
@nakataki · X

https://t.co/6IJFauaExm 18の研究のメタ解析。6ケ月以上介入、高体重成人。食事制限のみでも十分に効果あるけど、運動するとより効果的だと結論。

Oct 10, 2020 · 185 followers View post →
けい
@enkinho · X

ダイエットするときは運動もしたほうがいいぞ / “https://t.co/ea0RZSxOl9” https://t.co/QCo5grsJAx

Mar 22, 2019 · 188 followers View post →
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