This study, called DEPTH, is looking at how the timing of your meals affects weight loss over 12 months for people with obesity. You would follow a reduced-calorie, low-fat diet, aim for over 200 minutes of physical activity weekly, and receive behavioral support. Some participants will also have goals to eat most of their calories in the morning, while others will eat most in the evening. Researchers want to see if these time-based eating patterns help with long-term weight loss and how they affect appetite. The study plans to enroll 174 participants aged 25 to 60 with a BMI between 27 and 45. The current recruitment status is unclear.

Study design

This is an interventional, randomized controlled trial planning to enroll 174 participants. Participants will be assigned to one of three groups: morning-loaded eating, evening-loaded eating, or a standard approach.

What's involved

Participants will follow a specific diet and exercise plan for 12 months. Weight and Body Mass Index (BMI) will be measured at 0, 3, 6, and 12 months.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Participants will be followed for 12 months, with primary endpoints measured at 0, 3, 6, and 12 months.

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