Background Unhealthy diet and low levels of physical activity are common behavioural
factors in the aetiology of many non-communicable diseases. Recent years have witnessed …

Background Comprehensive, multi-level approaches are required to address obesity. One
important target for intervention is the economic domain. The purpose of this study was to …

Physical inactivity and unhealthy dietary habits are associated with an increased disease
and economic burden. The aim of this systematic review was to identify economic …

While there is evidence that weight-loss interventions reduce morbidity, indications of their
acceptability are limited. Understanding preferences for lifestyle interventions will help …

Objective For beneficial health outcomes sufficient and sustained physical activity levels are
recommended but difficult to achieve. This systematic review evaluates the effectiveness of …

Aim: There is limited evidence on what behavioural economics strategies are effective and
can be used to inform non-communicable diseases (NCDs) public health policies designed …

Taxes, subsidies and welfare benefits may provide financial incentives to encourage healthy
behaviors or discourage less healthy ones. Historically, taxes have been used in many …

The burden of noncommunicable diseases (NCD) on health systems worldwide is
substantial. Physical inactivity and sedentary behaviour are major risk factors for NCD …

Background Despite growing recognition of the need to promote physical activity, the
existing evidence base on the cost-effectiveness of relevant interventions appears scant and …

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of global mortality. As the social
and economic costs of NCDs have escalated, action is needed to tackle important causes of …