- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Digital therapy shows comparable effectiveness to in-person weight loss programs
Última actualización 8 de julio de 2026
Key finding
The intervention group experienced an average weight decrease of -7.25 kg (p < 0.001).
This study compared the effectiveness of Vitadio digital therapy and an intensive in-person weight loss program. Both interventions resulted in significant weight loss and improvements in various health metrics.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
Risk of bias
Some Concerns
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Study focus
This study compared the effectiveness of Vitadio digital therapy and an intensive in-person weight loss program. Both interventions resulted in significant weight loss and improvements in various health metrics.
Clinical relevance
The findings highlight the potential of digital health interventions like Vitadio to provide effective weight loss solutions, especially for individuals who may have difficulty accessing in-person programs. These results are significant for public health as they suggest that digital therapies can achieve similar health outcomes, making weight loss support more accessible.
Keep in mind
Limited generalizability due to specific participant characteristics Potential for self-reporting bias in weight and health metrics Short duration of follow-up may not capture long-term effects
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Katarína M, Markéta S, Jaromír O, et al. Digital Weight Loss Interventions: A Randomized Controlled Non-Inferiority Trial Comparing Vitadio Digital Therapy and In-Person Programs. Nutrients. 2024;16(10):1510. doi:10.3390/nu16101510
Efectos Principales
Average weight loss of -7.25 kg (p < 0.001)
BMI decreased by -2.54 kg/m² (p < 0.001)
Waist circumference reduced by -6.12 cm (p < 0.001)
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Vitadio digital therapy and AST, BMI, Body fat mass, and 6 more.
This study contributes evidence to
Primary intervention
Vitadio digital therapy
Primary outcomes
- AST
- BMI
- Body fat mass
Evidence topics
Primary intervention
Primary outcomes
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Why it is useful
- Contributes to 9 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 2 direct semantic evidence topics
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Evidencia principal
Relación de evidencia
Digital Lifestyle Interventions and Body Weight
Evidencia relacionada
Relación de evidencia
Digital Lifestyle Interventions and Body Mass Index
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Digital Lifestyle Interventions and HbA1c
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Core evidence
Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Change in liver enzymes (GGT)
Vitadio digital therapy → Change in liver enzymes (GGT)
Vitadio digital therapy → Change in liver enzymes (GGT)
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Total cholesterol
Vitadio digital therapy → Total cholesterol
Vitadio digital therapy → Total cholesterol
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Waist circumference
Vitadio digital therapy → Waist circumference
Vitadio digital therapy → Waist circumference
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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La Evidencia Sugiere
- Weight decreased by an average of -7.25 kg with digital therapy.
- BMI reduced by -2.54 kg/m², indicating significant health improvement.
- Waist circumference decreased by -6.12 cm, reflecting fat loss.
A quién se aplica
- Adults seeking weight loss solutions
- Individuals with limited access to in-person weight loss programs
Tener en Cuenta
- Results may not apply to populations outside the study demographics.
- The study's short duration limits understanding of long-term sustainability.
- Further research is needed to confirm these findings across diverse populations.
Entre Líneas
- Limited generalizability due to specific participant characteristics
- Potential for self-reporting bias in weight and health metrics
- Short duration of follow-up may not capture long-term effects
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This study contributes to evidence on Digital Lifestyle Interventions and AST, Digital Lifestyle Interventions and Body Mass Index.
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Digital Lifestyle Interventions → AST
Devices & Technology
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Digital Lifestyle Interventions → Body Mass Index
Devices & Technology
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Digital Lifestyle Interventions → Adipokine and Angiogenic Markers
Devices & Technology
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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AST Evidence Hub
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Measures AST as a key outcome.
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Measures Body Mass Index as a key outcome.
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Questions answered by this study
Generated from the study's connected evidence using Evidence Intelligence™.
Does Digital Lifestyle Interventions affect body weight?
Digital Lifestyle Interventions appears to improve Body Weight.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Weight change
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 4 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Digital Lifestyle Interventions improve HbA1c?
Digital Lifestyle Interventions appears to improve HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 3 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Digital Lifestyle Interventions affect body mass index?
Digital Lifestyle Interventions may improve Body Mass Index.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
BMI
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 3 supporting studies with generally consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Digital Lifestyle Interventions improve body composition?
Digital Lifestyle Interventions may improve Body Composition.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are mixed and should be interpreted cautiously.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Body fat mass
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
- 2
Waist circumference
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is cautious because the available studies report mixed findings.
Limitations
- Only a small number of supporting studies are available.
- Population details are unavailable.
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