Abstract Writing 1

What is an abstract?

An abstract is “a short form of a speech, article, book, etc., giving only the most important facts or ideas” (Cambridge)

An abstract is a summary of a larger academic work.

The Five-Move Approach

In general, an abstract has five moves. A move is an aim. They are (1) background or situation, (2) aim of the paper or study, (3) method, (4) results, and (5) recommendations or implications.

Title

"Effectiveness of Diet, Exercise, and Medication for Weight Loss in Middle-Aged Adults: A Comparative Study in Bangkok, Thailand"

Background or situation

Obesity and overweight are major public health concerns worldwide, with associated risks of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. In Thailand, the prevalence of overweight and obesity is high among middle-aged adults, who are at increased risk of related health problems.

Aim
This study compared the effectiveness of three weight loss methods, diet, exercise, and medication, in middle-aged adults in Bangkok, Thailand.

Method
The study involved three groups of 30 male and female volunteers, aged between 40-50 years old, who were recruited through advertisements in Bangkok, Thailand. Each group was randomly assigned to one of three weight loss methods: diet, exercise, or medication. The diet group received a personalized low-calorie diet plan, the exercise group participated in a supervised exercise program consisting of cardio and strength training, and the medication group received a common weight loss medication. The study lasted for three months, during which the participants' weight and body mass index (BMI) were measured at baseline, and at the end of each month. Data analysis was conducted using statistical software, and the results were compared to determine the effectiveness of each method. Ethical approval was obtained from the relevant institutional review board, and all participants provided informed consent prior to participation.

Results
The results of the study showed that exercise was the most effective weight loss method, with the exercise group experiencing a significantly greater reduction in weight and BMI than the other two groups. The diet group also experienced weight loss, but to a lesser extent than the exercise group. The medication group, on the other hand, did not experience significant weight loss compared to the other groups.

Implications

These findings suggest that regular exercise is a key component of a successful weight loss program, particularly for middle-aged adults. Additionally, diet and medication may be useful as supplementary methods, but exercise should be prioritized. These results have important implications for healthcare professionals who design weight loss interventions for middle-aged adults in Bangkok, Thailand.

Disclaimer

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places and incidents either are products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events or locales or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental.

Copyrights

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