Effects of a Limited Almond Consumption After a Weight Loss Plan on Weight Maintenance

Effects of a Limited Almond Consumption After a Successful Weight Loss by a Comprehensive Weight Loss Plan on Weight Maintenance in Healthy Obese Female Adults: a Randomised Clinical Trial

The purpose of this study is to assess the effects of limited portion of almond consumption after a successful weight loss by a comprehensive weight loss plan (NovinDiet Plan) on weight maintenance in obese female adults.

Inclusion Criteria:

• female
• 18-45 years of age.
• Body mass index (BMI) between 23-30 kg/ m² who lost at least 10% of her initial weight by the diet plan.
• Must be able to have moderate exercise.
• Must be interested to keep weight loss.

Exclusion Criteria:

• No Allergy to nut products
• Pregnancy or lactation during the previous 6 months, or planned pregnancy in the next 6 months.
• Taking medications that could affect metabolism or change body weight.
• Report heart problems, chest pain, and cancer within the last five years.
• Smoking
• Menopause
• Diagnosis of any chronic disease such as fatty liver, cancer, chemo/radio therapy, heart disease, immune compromised conditions, abnormal thyroid hormone level.