Computer-assisted dieting: effects of a randomized nutrition intervention
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1Department of Health Behavior, University of Alabama-Birmingham, Birmingham, AL 35924, USA. kschroder@uab.edu
Objectives:
To compare the effects of a computer-assisted dieting intervention (CAD) with and without self-management training on dieting among 55 overweight and obese adults.
Methods:
Random assignment to a single-session nutrition intervention (CAD-only) or a combined CAD plus self-management group intervention (CAD+G). Dependent variables were the number of servings from various food groups and macronutrients related to body weight.
Results:
Both intervention groups reduced the consumption of energy, fat, and carbohydrates. Relative to CAD-only, the CAD+G condition was more successful in reducing fat intake, increasing vegetable consumption, and maintaining fruit intake.
Conclusions:
Effects of computer-assisted self-monitoring can be augmented through self-management training.
