Five Days for Health (FDH): Small Group-based Lifestyle Modification Program on Weight Loss

Croatia is according to statistical data one of the countries in the European Union with the highest percentages of overweight and obese inhabitants. Since the nature of obesity is multifactorial, a multidisciplinary team should treat it in a comprehensive way. A healthy lifestyle, based on the promotion of a particular dietary pattern, regular physical activity, psychological support, education, and small group intervention results in weight loss. We are aiming to develop a five-days small group-based lifestyle modification program on weight loss that would be appropriate in the general practice and outpatient setting facilities. A structured 5-day lifestyle modification program led by endocrinologists-diabetologists together with a nutritionist, a psychologist, and a kinesiologist is aiming to educate on lifestyle modification necessary to lose weight.

Inclusion Criteria:Male and female participants between the ages of 18 and 70body mass index (BMI kg/m2) between 25-45able to travel regularly to the study locationinterested in participating in a weight loss program.Exclusion Criteria:currently enrolled in another organized weight loss programtaking medications that affect appetite (unless dosage had been stable for at least the previous six months)history of gastric bypass or other surgical weight loss proceduresmedical conditions (e.g., cancer, substance abuse, psychotic disorders) that could limit their ability to comply with the behavioral recommendations or pose a risk to the participant during weight losspregnancy or planning to become pregnant during the next two years -breastfeedingconsuming an amount of alcohol that could interfere with study completion