Table 1.

Number and percentage of Arabic apps adhering to the 13 evidence-informed practices

Evidence-informed practices	No. (%) of apps	Evidence-informed practices	No. (%) of apps
Meal planning	25 (38)	Tracking your weight	6 (9)
Assessing your weight	17 (26)	Keeping a physical activity journal	6 (9)
Regular physical activity	13 (20)	Weigh-loss goal of 1–2 lb/week	5 (8)
Maintaining calorie balance	10 (15)	Social support	2 (3)
Keeping a food diary	9 (14)	Reading nutrition facts labels	2 (3)
Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables	7 (11)	Portion control	0 (0)
Drinking water instead of soda or juice	7 (11)