Figure 2. Weight loss and dietary adherence.

Values are expressed as means ± SD. A. Body weight significantly decreased from baseline in premenopausal women, postmenopausal women and men by week 12 (main effect of time, P < 0.001), with no difference between groups (no group × time interaction). B. Actual energy intake on the fast day was significantly greater (P < 0.01) than prescribed for premenopausal women, postmenopausal women, and men, with no difference between groups.