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Welcome to our Publications section, where we showcase the latest scientific research and findings from the HealthyW8 consortium. Here, you will find peer-reviewed articles, journal papers, and other scholarly publications that contribute to the advancement of evidence-based strategies for sustainable weight management. Explore our work and stay informed on the latest developments in nutrition, health, and science!

  • Estimating the hospitalisation burden of obesity in Europe: evidence from the European health interview survey (EHIS) wave 3

    This study examines the impact of obesity on hospital use and healthcare costs across eight European countries, showing that obesity is associated with longer hospital stays and higher healthcare expenditure. It also highlights that even small reductions in obesity prevalence could lead to substantial savings for healthcare systems, underlining the importance of prevention strategies and the promotion of healthier lifestyles across Europe.

    Mustapa, M.A.C., Larvoe, N., El Ghoch, M. et al. Estimating the hospitalisation burden of obesity in Europe: evidence from the European health interview survey (EHIS) wave 3. BMC Public Health 26, 871 (2026). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-026-26705-w

  • Collaborative Development of Obesity Intervention Strategies and Digital Tools in Denmark

    This study used a participatory workshop approach to co-develop obesity prevention strategies and digital solutions with stakeholders and end users in Denmark. It shows that user engagement and digital innovation help address the social complexity of obesity. The co-created outcomes provide practical, evidence-based insights for policymakers, health practitioners, and developers.

    D’Ulizia, Arianna, D’Andrea, Alessia, Antonelli, Carlotta, Davydova, Aleksandra, Andersen, Rikke, Ravn-Haren, Gitte, Collaborative Development of Obesity Intervention Strategies and Digital Tools in Denmark, Health & Social Care in the Community, 2025, 7834710, 16 pages, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1155/hsc/7834710

  • Multimodal (Bio)Markers and Risk of Obesity – A Comprehensive Scoping Review

    This scoping review explores multimodal biomarkers for predicting obesity risk. It emphasizes integrated biological, behavioral, psychological, and gut microbiota factors over single markers. Advances in multiomics and machine learning are highlighted. The review discusses future applications in obesity prevention and clinical research.

    Farhad Vahid, Alejandra Loyola-Leyva, Josep Tur, Cristina Bouzas, Yvan Devaux, Laurent Malisoux, Silvia Garcia, Magali De Carvalho, Torsten Boh, et al. Multimodal (Bio)Markers and Risk of Obesity – A Comprehensive Scoping Review, Advances in Nutrition, 2025, 100579, ISSN 2161-8313. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.advnut.2025.100579

  • Empowering Healthy Lifestyle Behavior Through Personalized Intervention Portfolios Using a Healthy Lifestyle Recommender System to Prevent and Control Obesity in Young Adults: Pilot Study Protocol from the HealthyW8 Project

    This paper presents the study protocol for a multi-country European pilot evaluating the HealthyW8 Healthy Lifestyle Recommender System (HLRS), a personalized digital intervention combining mobile health tools, wearables, and gamification to support sustainable lifestyle behaviour change and help prevent and control obesity in young adults.

    García, S.; Ródenas-Munar, M.; Bohn, T.; Kemperman, A.; Rodrigues, D.; Evers, S.; Lamy, E.; Pérez-Jiménez, M.; Forberger, S.; Onorati, M.G.; et al. Empowering Healthy Lifestyle Behavior Through Personalized Intervention Portfolios Using a Healthy Lifestyle Recommender System to Prevent and Control Obesity in Young Adults: Pilot Study Protocol from the HealthyW8 Project. J. Pers. Med. 2025, 15, 625. https://doi.org/10.3390/jpm15120625

  • Co-design of technological tools and co-creation of intervention strategies to promote a healthy lifestyle: an Italian case study

    This paper presents the Italian case study from the HealthyW8 project, detailing participatory workshops held in 2023–2024. It explores the co-design of digital tools and intervention strategies to promote healthy lifestyles, using design thinking and user-centred approaches. The study highlights locally grounded, multi-stakeholder collaboration in public health innovation.

    D’Andrea, A., D’Ulizia, A., Antonelli, C., Dionisio, P., Stecchi, M. and Brodosi, L. (2025), "Co-design of technological tools and co-creation of intervention strategies to promote a healthy lifestyle: an Italian case study", Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/JICES-01-2025-0015

  • An Integrated Participatory Design Process to Define Intervention Strategies and Technological Tools for the Prevention of Overweight/Obesity

    This study presents an integrated participatory design process combining design thinking and user-centred design to co-create effective obesity prevention strategies and digital tools. By actively involving end users and stakeholders, the approach ensures solutions are intuitive, relevant, and sustainable. The methodology is applied within the EU-funded HealthyW8 project to support personalized, community-driven health interventions.

    D'Ulizia, A., D'Andrea, A., & Stahl, C. S. (2025). An integrated participatory design process to define intervention strategies and technological tools for the prevention of overweight/obesity. International Journal of Technology and Human Interaction, 21(1). https://doi.org/10.4018/IJTHI.377177

     

  • ‘Let me recommend… ’: use of digital nudges or recommender systems for overweight and obesity prevention—a scoping review protocol

    The article outlines a scoping review protocol to assess digital nudges and recommender systems for obesity prevention. It aims to map these interventions based on target populations, behaviours, and implementation strategies. Using databases like MEDLINE and Scopus, the review will inform future research and digital tool development for obesity prevention. 

    Forberger S, Reisch LA, van Gorp P, et al. ‘Let me recommend… ’: use of digital nudges or recommender systems for overweight and obesity prevention—a scoping review protocol BMJ Open 2024;14:e080644. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-080644”

  • Multicomponent (bio)markers for obesity risk prediction: a scoping review protocol

    The article outlines a scoping review protocol to assess multicomponent biomarkers for predicting obesity risk. It explores diverse markers—including genetics, metabolomics, gut microbiota, and lifestyle factors—to improve early detection and intervention. Using databases like PubMed and Scopus, the review aims to inform future research and public health strategies for obesity prevention. 

    Vahid F, et al. Multicomponent (bio)markers for obesity risk prediction: a scoping review protocol. BMJ Open. 2024 Mar 8;14(3):e083558. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-083558