Obesity (Silver Spring) October 2021 PMID 34431624

Weight and body composition changes affect resting energy expenditure predictive equations during a 12-month weight-loss intervention.

Jared H Dahle, Danielle M Ostendorf, Zhaoxing Pan, Paul S MacLean, Daniel H Bessesen, Steven B Heymsfield, Edward L Melanson, Victoria A Catenacci

Mentions

11
Peak: 7 in Oct 2021
across 2 sources since Aug 2021

Extended reach

31,806
potential audience

Total likes

149

Video views

22,847

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Aug 2021 – Jun 2024

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions often mention that predictive equations perform poorly during long-term weight loss interventions, with posts like 'predictive equations are widely used but accuracy is poor,' highlighting concerns over their reliability. The tone varies from skeptical to curious, with some users debating whether those formulas are useful when more precise measurement options are available, reflecting a balanced mix of interest and recognition of the study’s potential impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study’s findings about the decreasing accuracy of predictive equations over time, showing general agreement on its implications.

InterestModerate interest

Participants display a moderate interest, with some posts questioning the practicality of using these formulas and highlighting the importance of precise measurement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts engage with the topic by referencing researchers, questioning the current practices, and discussing potential impacts on clinical settings.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the study could influence future approaches to estimating energy expenditure, emphasizing the need for more accurate methods in weight management.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that common formulas used to estimate resting energy expenditure (REE) become less accurate during a 12-month weight loss program, with increasing errors over time.
  • All four models initially overestimated REE after 1 month, but some shifted to underestimate REE by the end of the study, especially as participants lost fat-free mass.
  • Changes in body composition, particularly fat-free mass loss, influenced the accuracy of these predictive equations, highlighting the importance of considering weight history when estimating calorie needs during weight loss.]

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MHS
@MHS_tweeting · X

Predictive equations are widely used for REE in WL interventions, even though accuracy is poor. This new study demonstrates they are even worse over the 12 months of a WL intervention program. Why estimate when measurement is available for clinic today? https://t.co/aB2gqRSPqr

Oct 13, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 494 followers View post →
Diabetes
@PracUpDiabetes · X

Weight and Body Composition Changes Affect Resting Energy Expenditure Predictive Equations https://t.co/gnxMXmZa2b

Oct 29, 2021 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 316 followers View post →
Diabetes
@PracUpDiabetes · X

Weight and Body Composition Changes Affect Resting Energy Expenditure Predictive Equations https://t.co/Gzfh1zg5ar #diabetes

Oct 12, 2021 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 316 followers View post →
Eastern Colorado GRECC
@EasternCoGrecc · X

Weight and body composition changes affect resting energy expenditure predictive equations during a 12-month weight-loss intervention w/ Dr. @EdMelanson4 https://t.co/k64EgEaIk3

Aug 30, 2021 · 1 like · 285 followers View post →
Dr. Rajesh Jain, MD
@DiabetesAsiaOrg · X

RT @PracUpDiabetes: Weight and Body Composition Changes Affect Resting Energy Expenditure Predictive Equations https://t.co/gnxMXmZa2b

Nov 10, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,670 followers View post →
Dr. Rajesh Jain, MD
@DiabetesAsiaOrg · X

RT @PracUpDiabetes: Weight and Body Composition Changes Affect Resting Energy Expenditure Predictive Equations https://t.co/gnxMXmZa2b

Oct 30, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,670 followers View post →

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Dr. Rajesh Jain, MD
@DiabetesAsiaOrg · X

RT @PracUpDiabetes: Weight and Body Composition Changes Affect Resting Energy Expenditure Predictive Equations https://t.co/gnxMXmZa2b

Nov 10, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,670 followers View post →
Dr. Rajesh Jain, MD
@DiabetesAsiaOrg · X

RT @PracUpDiabetes: Weight and Body Composition Changes Affect Resting Energy Expenditure Predictive Equations https://t.co/gnxMXmZa2b

Oct 30, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,670 followers View post →
Diabetes
@PracUpDiabetes · X

Weight and Body Composition Changes Affect Resting Energy Expenditure Predictive Equations https://t.co/gnxMXmZa2b

Oct 29, 2021 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 316 followers View post →
Dr. Rajesh Jain, MD
@DiabetesAsiaOrg · X

RT @PracUpDiabetes: Weight and Body Composition Changes Affect Resting Energy Expenditure Predictive Equations https://t.co/Gzfh1zg5ar #dia…

Oct 22, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,670 followers View post →
John Wright
@MHSJohnWright · X

RT @MHS_tweeting: Predictive equations are widely used for REE in WL interventions, even though accuracy is poor. This new study demonstrat…

Oct 13, 2021 · 1 share · 841 followers View post →
MHS
@MHS_tweeting · X

Predictive equations are widely used for REE in WL interventions, even though accuracy is poor. This new study demonstrates they are even worse over the 12 months of a WL intervention program. Why estimate when measurement is available for clinic today? https://t.co/aB2gqRSPqr

Oct 13, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 494 followers View post →
Dr. Rajesh Jain, MD
@DiabetesAsiaOrg · X

RT @PracUpDiabetes: Weight and Body Composition Changes Affect Resting Energy Expenditure Predictive Equations https://t.co/Gzfh1zg5ar #dia…

Oct 13, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,670 followers View post →
Diabetes
@PracUpDiabetes · X

Weight and Body Composition Changes Affect Resting Energy Expenditure Predictive Equations https://t.co/Gzfh1zg5ar #diabetes

Oct 12, 2021 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 316 followers View post →
Eastern Colorado GRECC
@EasternCoGrecc · X

Weight and body composition changes affect resting energy expenditure predictive equations during a 12-month weight-loss intervention w/ Dr. @EdMelanson4 https://t.co/k64EgEaIk3

Aug 30, 2021 · 1 like · 285 followers View post →