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Mindfulness-based interventions for weight loss: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

K Carrière¹, B Khoury^2,3, M M Günak⁴

¹Department of Psychology, McGill University, Quebec, Canada.

Obesity Reviews : an Official Journal of the International Association for the Study of Obesity

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Summary

Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) show moderate effectiveness for weight loss and significant improvements in obesity-related eating behaviors. Combined meditation practices yield greater weight loss effects.

Keywords:

Meta-analysis mindfulness weight loss

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Area of Science:

Behavioral Science
Clinical Psychology
Public Health

Background:

Growing interest in mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) for weight management and obesity-related eating behaviors.
Inconsistent findings in previous reviews necessitate a comprehensive analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

To conduct an effect-size analysis to evaluate the efficacy of MBIs for weight loss.
To assess the impact of MBIs on obesity-related eating behaviors.

Main Methods:

Systematic review of studies from multiple databases (e.g., PubMed, Web of Science) up to March 2017.
Inclusion of 18 publications comprising 19 studies with 1,160 participants.
Effect-size analysis using Hedge's g to quantify intervention effectiveness.

Main Results:

MBIs demonstrated moderate effectiveness for weight loss (Hedge's g = 0.42) and significant effectiveness in reducing obesity-related eating behaviors (Hedge's g = 0.70).
Weight loss was 6.8 lb at post-treatment and 7.5 lb at follow-up.
Combined informal and formal meditation practices showed larger effects on weight loss compared to formal practice alone.

Conclusions:

MBIs are effective for reducing weight and improving eating behaviors in individuals with overweight and obesity.
Further research is recommended to explore the long-term efficacy of MBIs for weight loss maintenance.