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The total effect was statistically significant, but still not great. The difference is about 1 or 2 pounds over a couple of months (when intake was controlled).
by bena 6y ago
The total effect was statistically significant, but still not great. The difference is about 1 or 2 pounds over a couple of months (when intake was controlled).
The conclusion of the study was stated in the study. It says what it says. And what it says is that calories are pretty much fungible.
- klmadfejno 6y agoThe difference between statistically significant and meaningfully different is an important distinction. It's not the one you're making. The 1 or 2 pounds is out of the average prediction of 6 pounds, which is set by the arbitrary conditions of the particular setting. The correct way to think of it is a third of the total effect size. The study is NOT saying the macronutrient composition controls, in any general condition, 1 to 2 pounds.
- bena 6y agoSorry, I meant to imply that the difference in total weight loss was about one to two pounds.