ArticleWomen's health (London, England)
The preferred intervention characteristics and acceptability of intuitive eating as a lifestyle approach for polycystic ovary syndrome: A convergent mixed methods analysis.
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Abstract
backgroundPolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common female endocrine disorder. However, current lifestyle recommendations may not be appropriate for all individuals with PCOS. To best tailor an intervention for individuals with PCOS, an understanding of their preferred intervention characteristics is needed.
objectivesTo describe preferred intervention characteristics of a weight-neutral lifestyle approach and explore the acceptability of intuitive eating for individuals with PCOS.
designConvergent mixed methods analysis.
methodsPreferred intervention characteristics were explored through an online survey, with semi-structured interviews conducted with a purposively selected group of survey participants. Descriptive statistics were calculated. Qualitative data were analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis. Joint displays were used for mixed methods integration.
resultsTwo hundred sixty-seven participants (77.7% white, 86.0% non-Hispanic, mean age 29.7 ± 5.1 years) were included in the analysis. Participants reported interest in a lifestyle program (66.3%) consisting of individual and group (57.7%) sessions, delivered in-person and remotely (46.2%). Although a registered dietitian was the preferred provider to administer the intervention (80.5%), many participants (54.9%) desired an interdisciplinary team. Interest in intuitive eating was high (mean score 7.1 ± 2.7, scale 1-10, higher scores indicate higher interest). The average scores for acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility of an intuitive eating intervention were 3.7 ± 0.9, 3.3 ± 1.0, and 3.8 ± 0.8, respectively (scale 1-5, higher scores indicate higher acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility). While intuitive eating was perceived to have several benefits, concerns over letting go of food rules and navigating cravings were heard. A need for an individualized approach, with practical guidance, education, and peer support was identified.
conclusionsIndividuals with PCOS prefer an individualized lifestyle approach. Intuitive eating may be an acceptable weight-neutral lifestyle intervention for PCOS. However, concerns over implementing intuitive eating should be considered in the design of an intervention. Future research should incorporate these findings when developing treatment approaches for PCOS.
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