Comparison of weight loss induced by daily caloric restriction versus intermittent fasting (DRIFT) in individuals with obesity: study protocol for a 52-week randomized clinical trial

The DRIFT study is a 52-week randomized clinical trial designed to compare the effectiveness of daily caloric restriction (DCR) and intermittent fasting (IMF) in promoting weight loss among individuals with obesity. Participants are randomized into two groups: one following DCR and the other following IMF, with both groups receiving equivalent