Table 2.
Association between Italian Mediterranean Index score (continuous variable, per tertile increase) and mean 5-year weight change
| βa (95% CI) | βb (95% CI) | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | −0.04 (−0.07, 0.00) | −0.03 (−0.06, 0.01) |
| Baseline BMI category | ||
| <25 kg/m2 | −0.12 (−0.16, −0.08) | −0.11 (−0.15, −0.06) |
| 25–29.99 kg/m2 | 0.03 (−0.02, 0.09) | 0.04 (−0.01, 0.10) |
| ≥30 kg/m2 | 0.06 (−0.08, 0.20) | 0.06 (−0.08, 0.20) |
aAdjusted for centre, age, sex, and non-alcoholic energy intake
bFurther adjusted for time from baseline to follow-up, BMI at baseline, education, physical activity, and menopausal status (in women)