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June 20, 2026Journal of Nutritional ScienceOpen Access

Barriers and facilitators to dietary change while aiming to reduce free sugar intakes: framework analysis based on intervention, time for change, and success at 12 weeks

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LBLucy R. BoxallHDHannah DalbyEAEmily Arden-Close

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Overview

Randomized trial identifies barriers and facilitators to dietary change in adults, suggesting tailored strategies for sugar reduction.

Key Points

  • This research aims to identify barriers and facilitators to dietary change aimed at reducing free sugar intakes among participants.
  • Conducted a randomized controlled trial with 62 adults with high free sugar intakes.
  • Participants were interviewed at 1, 2, 4, 8, and 12 weeks post-recommendation.
  • Data analyzed using thematic and framework analysis based on the recommendations and success at 12 weeks.
  • Intervention groups showed increased knowledge and practical solutions compared to controls.
  • Greater intentions and engagement fluctuated over time, with effects becoming noticeable from 4 weeks.
  • Participants who successfully reduced sugar intake demonstrated higher confidence and motivation.

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Boxall et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a3632d2db0793dc1a53956bhttps://doi.org/10.1017/jns.2026.10118
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