Lifestyle Change Implementation Research Network at PRC at UMass Chan
University of Massachusetts, Worcester
Summary
The goal of this project is to study how well the Noom digital lifestyle program works for adults who are taking Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1) medications. The study team will assess how the program affects people's behaviors and health outcomes. The team will also look at how digital lifestyle change interventions can be implemented in real-world settings, including how many people it reaches, how well it is put into practice, whether people stick with it over time, and whether it works well for different groups of people.
Description
This study will examine how a digital lifestyle change program (Noom) may support adults who have recently started taking GLP-1 medications, which are commonly prescribed for weight loss and blood sugar control. The goal is to better understand how structured lifestyle guidance may improve physical activity, nutrition, and overall health while people are using these medications. A total of 220 adults will participate in the study. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will receive a four-month digital lifestyle coaching program designed to support healthy eati…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Began using a GLP-1 within the past 6 months 2. Currently using GLP-1 3. Plans to continue GLP-1 use 4. GLP-1 prescribed by their physician (e.g., not online or 3rd party vendor) 5. BMI ≥27 kg/m2 6. Age 18 years of age and older 7. Speaks and reads English or Spanish 8. Willing to enroll in a digital lifestyle intervention for 4-months 9. Willing to wear a Fitbit for 8 months Exclusion Criteria: 1. Not currently taking GLP-1 2. Under 18 years of age 3. BMI \<27 kg/m2 4. Began using GLP-1 more than 6 months ago 5. Does not speak or read English or Spanish 6. Not willin…
Interventions
- OtherDigital Lifestyle Coaching Program
Participants will be enrolled for a 4-month program, in which they will use the Noom app to self-monitor their dietary intake/physical activity, be provided with coaching feedback throughout, and access educational module. Modules include behavior change specific to GLP-1, i.e. higher protein intake than what is prescribed in Noom Weight, Common challenges while taking GLP-1 medications, and weight loss medications and what to expect while taking them. They will also have access to the Muscle Defense program, which provides education on resistance training exercises to prevent muscle loss.
Location
- UMass Chan Medical SchoolWorcester, Massachusetts