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Am J Public Health October 1985 PMID 4037162

Multidisciplinary treatment of obesity with a protein-sparing modified fast: results in 668 outpatients.

A Palgi, J L Read, I Greenberg, M A Hoefer, B R Bistrian, G L Blackburn

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Discussions emphasize the proven effectiveness of the protein-sparing fast, referencing the study’s results where patients lost an average of 47 pounds and experienced health benefits. The tone suggests curiosity and cautious interest, especially with questions about targeted use for different populations, which indicates a moderate impact on ongoing obesity treatment debates.

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The discussion demonstrates general agreement with the research, highlighting the legitimacy of the protein-sparing fast as an effective weight loss method.

InterestNeutral interest

The debate about who should utilize PSMF shows some interest, but overall the conversation remains fairly neutral without deep exploration.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include recognition of key points like weight loss results and practical considerations, indicating a moderate level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The key insights about adherence, weight loss, and health benefits suggest the publication has a meaningful influence on the discourse around obesity treatment.

Abstract in brief

  • A study involving 668 obese outpatients showed that a multidisciplinary program combining nutrition education, behavior modification, and exercise, along with rapid weight loss via a protein-sparing modified fast (PSMF), resulted in significant weight loss and health improvements.
  • Patients adhered to the PSMF for about 17 weeks, losing an average of approximately 47 pounds, with ongoing weight maintenance leading to sustained health benefits like lowered blood pressure and triglycerides.
  • Success was highest among the heaviest participants, those who followed the fast longer, and those who stayed in the maintenance phase longer, indicating that adherence and initial severity of obesity contributed to better results.
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Theophan the Recluse Fan
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@AbudBakri @LizzleJay Protein Sparing Modified Fasts are real things. Minimize lean body mass while losing weight. Multidisciplinary treatment of obesity with a protein-sparing modified fast: results in 668 outpatients. | AJPH | Vol. 75 Issue 10 (https://t.co/o37Sf47iWv)

Jun 7, 2024 · 5,815 followers View post →
San Franchrisco
@SkyZer0_ · X

short one from Thomas. Hoping you get a chance to check it out and give your feedback on the info he's sharing. do you agree PSMF should be reserved more for overweight/obesogenic people vs. people who just need to lose a couple more lbs? https://t.co/JEInpuJKUr

Nov 2, 2020 · 211 followers View post →

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Theophan the Recluse Fan
@LowStudies · X

@AbudBakri @LizzleJay Protein Sparing Modified Fasts are real things. Minimize lean body mass while losing weight. Multidisciplinary treatment of obesity with a protein-sparing modified fast: results in 668 outpatients. | AJPH | Vol. 75 Issue 10 (https://t.co/o37Sf47iWv)

Jun 7, 2024 · 5,815 followers View post →
San Franchrisco
@SkyZer0_ · X

short one from Thomas. Hoping you get a chance to check it out and give your feedback on the info he's sharing. do you agree PSMF should be reserved more for overweight/obesogenic people vs. people who just need to lose a couple more lbs? https://t.co/JEInpuJKUr

Nov 2, 2020 · 211 followers View post →