Research Intervention to Support Healthy Eating and Exercise

Using Behavioral Economic Strategies to Address Obesity in Economically Disadvantaged Adults

The primary aim of this study is to test the efficacy of a behavioral economics intervention for weight loss in adults from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age between 18-75
• BMI between 25-55kg/m2
• All sexes
• All racial/ethnic groups
• Low SES and/or report qualifying for federal, state or local benefits
• Have a smartphone and willing to use for research purposes

Exclusion Criteria:

• <18-75>years of age
• Report being unable to walk 2 blocks without stopping
• Are currently participating in weight loss treatment, have a history of bariatric surgery, or lost ≥5% in the past 6-months
• Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within 1 year
• Report a heart condition, chest pain during periods of rest or activity, or loss of consciousness on the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire
• Report a medical condition that could jeopardize their safety in a weight control program with diet and exercise guidelines
• Have diabetes and are on insulin
• Report a medical condition that could jeopardize their safety in a weight loss program with diet and exercise guidelines
• Report conditions that, in the judgment of the PI, would render them unlikely to follow the protocol (e.g., relocation, dementia, unable to read and write in English)
• Report unable to read and write English