Accepted for/Published in: JMIR mHealth and uHealth
Date Submitted: Jun 6, 2018
Open Peer Review Period: Jun 12, 2018 - Aug 7, 2018
Date Accepted: Aug 19, 2019
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A Mobile-Based Comprehensive Weight Reduction Program for the Workplace (Health-On): Development and Pilot Study
Background:
There is a growing interest in mobile technology for obesity management. Despite the known effectiveness of workplace-based weight loss programs, there are few studies on mobile phone–delivered interventions.
Objective:
This study aimed to develop and verify an integrated and personalized mobile technology–based weight control program, named Health-On, optimized for workplaces.
Methods:
A weight reduction algorithm was developed for calorie prescription, continuous monitoring, periodic feedback and reevaluation, goal resetting, and offline intervention with behavior-changing strategies. A total of 30 obese volunteers (body mass index ≥25 kg/m2) participated in the 12-week Health-On pilot program. The primary outcome was weight reduction, and secondary outcomes were improved anthropometric measures, metabolic profiles, and fat computed tomography measures, all assessed pre- and postintervention.
Results:
Health-On incorporated proprietary algorithms and several strategies intended to maximize adherence, using compatible online and offline interventions. The mean weight of 30 participants decreased by 5.8%, and median weight also decreased from 81.3 kg (interquartile range [IQR] 77.1-87.8) before intervention to 76.6 kg (IQR 70.8-79.5) after the 12-week intervention period (
Conclusions:
In this single-group evaluation of 30 participants before and after the Health-On program, body weight decreased and metabolic profiles and fat measures improved. Follow-up studies are needed to assess effectiveness and long-term adherence.
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