Time-Restricted Eating Experiences & Perspectives (TREEP) Study

Given that thirteen cancers are associated with obesity, and 70% of US adults have overweight/obesity currently, weight loss interventions are a priority area for cancer prevention and control efforts. A growing literature describes the public interest and potential benefits of time-restricted eating (TRE), a novel dietary approach which restricts the time of eating, but not the amount or type of calories consumed. Recent evidence suggests that TRE positively impacts metabolic health and weight loss. The relative flexibility and simplicity of TRE may enable individuals to adhere to the diet for longer periods of time, which is critical for weight loss maintenance. However, TRE may also pose challenges for individuals with less control over their schedules, leading to reduced adherence over time. Knowledge of TRE facilitators and barriers is needed to illuminate the viability of this dietary strategy as a sustainable mechanism for both prevention and management of obesity and resultant cancers. The TREEP mixed methods study is the first to explore perceptions of TRE and the multi-level factors that act as facilitators and barriers to long-term adherence. <br><br>To request access to the data, please email the NCI Risk Factor Assessment Branch: [e-mail]<br>