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The VAMOS behavior change program significantly improves eating habits and quality of life in hypertension.
RCT (n=90)
randomly assigned
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BACKGROUND: This study aimed to analyze the effect of a behavior change program, called Vida Ativa Melhorando a Saúde (VAMOS), on physical activity, eating habits, and quality of life in patients with hypertension. METHODS: A randomized controlled trial was carried out in 90 patients with hypertension (57.8 ± 9.9 y). They were randomly assigned to 2 groups: VAMOS group (n = 45) and control group (n = 45). The VAMOS group participated in a behavioral change program aimed at motivating changes in physical activity and nutrition behavior for 12 weeks. Physical activity, eating habits, quality of life, self-efficacy, and social support were evaluated at preintervention and postintervention. RESULTS: The control group increased sedentary time (407 ± 87 vs 303 ± 100 min/d; P < .05) and sedentary bouts (434 ± 86 vs 336 ± 98 min/d; P < .05) and reduced total physical activity (553 ± 87 vs 526 ± 86 min/d; P < .05). The VAMOS group improved the general healthy eating habits score (36.9 ± 6.6 vs 43.4 ± 5.8; P < .05) and quality of life (44% vs 92%; P < .05). CONCLUSION: The VAMOS program was effective in improving eating habits and quality of life in patients with hypertension.
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Gerage et al. (2017) conducted an RCT in hypertension (n=90). VAMOS (Vida Ativa Melhorando a Saúde) behavior change program vs. Control group was evaluated on Physical activity, eating habits, and quality of life (p=<.05). The 12-week VAMOS behavior change program significantly improved healthy eating habits scores and quality of life from baseline in patients with hypertension (P<0.05).
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