Volunteers, aged 50+, needed for weight control research study

From: Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise

Adults, aged 50+ with a BMI at or above 25, are needed for a 15-month study (IRB Protocol #22-624) that includes a 12-week weight loss phase and a 12-month follow-up phase. This includes one-on-one dietary and physical activity counseling with weekly follow-up sessions in our lab for 12 weeks. After the weight loss phase, participants will be instructed in a healthy lifestyle program with diet and physical activity goals to support weight loss maintenance for 12 months. Follow-up counseling to support maintenance will be provided on a monthly basis virtually.  

The study purpose is to determine if specific fluid intake recommendations help individuals lose weight and maintain lost weight over time.

Laboratory testing will include the following: body weight and composition, urine collections, meal tests of appetite sensations and blood appetite hormones, diet and physical activity habits, and brain function.

This study will take less than 32 hours of time over 18 in-person and 10 virtual study sessions, in 15 months.

To be eligible:

• Aged 50+ years
• BMI (body mass index) >25  and weight <400 lbs.
• Own a smartphone
• Be able to participate in a walking program
• Have no health conditions that require a specialized diet or fluid restrictions

To learn more about the study and determine if you may be eligible, please visit this link: https://virginiatech.questionpro.com/WIWL