Long-term Health and Economic Effects of an Individualized Lifestyle Intervention (LI-PAD-Extended)

Change from baseline in body weight measured using calibrated scales and standardized protocols.

Change from baseline in body mass index (BMI) measured using standard protocols.

Change from baseline in systolic blood pressure measured using standardized sphygmomanometer protocols.

Change from baseline in waist circumference (cm) measured using standard protocols.

Change from baseline in hip circumference measured using standard protocols.

Change from baseline in total cholesterol.

Change from baseline in high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol.

Change from baseline in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.

Change from baseline in triglycerides

Change from baseline in glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c)

Change from baseline in aspartate aminotransferase (ASAT)

Change from baseline in alanine aminotransferase (ALAT).

Change from baseline in high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP).

Change from baseline in dietary biomarkers assessed using metabolomics. Biomarkers reflect intake of selected food groups (e.g., whole grains, dairy products, legumes, and sugars) and are quantified using validated analytical methods and expressed as relative concentrations or standardized scores.

Change from baseline in cardiorespiratory fitness (VO₂max) (mL/kg/min) assessed using the Ekblom-Bak cycle test.

Change from baseline in muscle strength (kg) assessed by handgrip strength using a Jamar hand dynamometer.

Change from baseline in physical activity assessed using accelerometry, summarized as mean daily activity counts at 6 and 18 months.

Change from baseline in physical activity assessed using the Saltin-Grimby Physical Activity Level Scale (SGPALS).

Change from baseline in resting energy expenditure (REE) (kcal/day).

Change from baseline in dietary intake assessed using the MiniMeal-Q questionnaire.

Change from baseline in health-related quality of life assessed using the EQ-5D-3L index.

Motivation assessed at 18 months using a standardized questionnaire. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Self-efficacy assessed at 18 months using a standardized questionnaire. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Incremental cost-effectiveness ratio (ICER) comparing individualized lifestyle intervention to standard advice, expressed as cost per quality-adjusted life year (QALY) gained.

Motivation for maintaining lifestyle change, assessed at 18 months using a single-item question rated on a scale from 0 (not at all important) to 10 (extremely important). Higher scores indicate greater motivation. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Autonomous motivation for weight management, assessed at 18 months using a study-specific multi-item questionnaire. Items reflecting intrinsic motivation are rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all true to 5 = completely true) and aggregated into a mean score. Higher scores indicate greater autonomous motivation. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Controlled motivation for weight management, assessed at 18 months using a study-specific multi-item questionnaire. Items reflecting external and introjected regulation are rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all true to 5 = completely true) and aggregated into a mean score. Higher scores indicate greater controlled motivation. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Participant-reported perceived importance of individualized components of the lifestyle intervention for maintaining weight stability or weight loss, assessed at 18 months using a study-specific single-item question rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all to 5 = completely). Higher scores indicate greater perceived importance. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Participant-reported perception of study duration in relation to achieving sustainable lifestyle change, assessed at 18 months using a single-item categorical question with response options: "too short," "somewhat short," "appropriate," "somewhat long," and "too long." The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Participant-reported perceived importance of different components of the lifestyle intervention (e.g., counseling sessions, mobile application, gym access, supervised exercise, and educational sessions) for maintaining weight stability or weight loss. Each component is rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all to 5 = completely). Items are aggregated into a mean score based on available responses. Higher scores indicate greater perceived importance of the intervention components. Participants who did not engage in a specific component are excluded from that item in the score calculation.

Psychological capabilities for lifestyle change, assessed at 18 months using a study-specific multi-item questionnaire. Items related to self-efficacy, stress management, behavioral awareness, and ability to initiate and maintain behavior change are rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all to 5 = completely) and aggregated into a mean score. Higher scores indicate greater perceived capability for lifestyle change. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Participant-reported importance of behavioral strategies for weight management, assessed at 18 months using a study-specific multi-item questionnaire. Items related to dietary awareness, meal planning, portion control, weight monitoring, and self-monitoring behaviors are rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all important to 5 = very important) and aggregated into a mean score. Higher scores indicate greater perceived importance of behavioral strategies. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Perceived positive social support for weight management, assessed at 18 months using a study-specific multi-item questionnaire. Items related to emotional and practical support from close contacts and external support services are rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all to 5 = completely) and aggregated into a mean score. Higher scores indicate greater perceived positive social support. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Perceived negative social influence on weight management, assessed at 18 months using a study-specific multi-item questionnaire. Items related to negative comments and social norms are rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all to 5 = completely) and aggregated into a mean score. Higher scores indicate greater negative social influence. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Perceived environmental support for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, assessed at 18 months using a study-specific multi-item questionnaire. Items related to home environment, workplace environment, and commuting environment in relation to physical activity and healthy eating are rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all to 5 = completely) and aggregated into a mean score. Higher scores indicate greater perceived environmental support for healthy lifestyle behaviors. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).

Perceived financial support for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, assessed at 18 months using a study-specific multi-item questionnaire. Items related to financial ability to engage in physical activity and maintain a healthy diet are rated on a 5-point Likert scale (1 = not at all to 5 = completely) and aggregated into a mean score. Higher scores indicate greater perceived financial support for healthy lifestyle behaviors. The assessment reflects the preceding 12 months (i.e., the period between the 6-month and 18-month follow-up).