Strategies used | Normal weight (n = 555)#* | BMI n(%)[95% CI] Overweight (n = 471)#* | Obese(n = 303)#* |
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Professional weight loss center programs | 6 (3.2) [1.3 - 7.5] | 22 (8.5) [5.1- 14] | 22 (10) [5.5 - 18] |
Prescription medication | 2 (1.1) [0.1 - 9.3] | 1 (0.4) [0.0 - 3.6] | 8 (3.6) [1.5 - 8.5] |
Over the counter supplements | 8 (4.3) [2.1 - 8.5] | 17 (6.5)[2.9 - 14] | 16 (7.3) [4.4 - 12] |
Changed diet | 140 (75) [66–83] | 181 (70) [63–76] | 156 (71) [63–77] |
Increased exercise | 114 (61) [49–72] | 137 (53) [43–62] | 108 (49) [41–57] |
Consulted a specialist | 2 (1.1) [0.3 - 4.2] | 15 (5.8) [3.6 - 9.3] | 26 (6.5) [4.2 - 9.8] |