Worksite Wellness Randomized Controlled Trial

The intensive iDiet® group behavioral weight loss program will be delivered in person at the worksite or by videoconference and with support of the program's web platform. This intervention will be delivered by trained group leaders and will initially include weekly 1-hour support and education meetings of 20 participants/group with a message board for group communication and individual communication with the group leader. Over time support will be provided online rather than in live meetings. The intervention involves a weight loss behavioral program with particular emphasis on hunger reduction and craving control for both weight loss and prevention of weight regain. Half of the participants per worksite receiving the iDiet® intervention will be randomized to receive commercial dried food products (partial supply) from Yevo Intl., which are designed to help with weight control and health.

The intensive iDiet® group behavioral weight loss program delivered in person at the worksite or by videoconference and with support of the program's web platform. This intervention will be delivered by trained group leaders and will initially include weekly 1-hour support and education meetings of 20 participants/group with a message board for group communication and individual communication with the group leader. Over time support will be provided online rather than in live meetings. The intervention involves a weight loss behavioral program with particular emphasis on hunger reduction and craving control for both weight loss and prevention of weight regain. Half of the participants per worksite receiving the Diet® intervention will be randomized to receive gift cards monthly for the first 6 months to purchase foods at their local grocery store (partial costs).

The Human Performance Institute© (HPI) training workshop is a comprehensive individual development training program that focuses on the concept of energy management. The primary aim of this program is to help individuals develop attitudes, habits, and behaviors that increase their levels of daily energy, life satisfaction, and overall functioning. The course is delivered at an off-site location over 2.5 days, by 3 coaches, in a group format of 25 - 32 participants (with employees from more than one worksite per group).