Research & Resources
The Evidence Behind Health Coaching
At Flowell, we’re passionate about empowering health coaches to create meaningful change in wellness, chronic disease management, and preventive care. Our extensive research library highlights the significant impact health coaching has on behavior change and long-term health outcomes, providing valuable insights into how coaches can enhance their clients' lives.
Key Research Topics and Insights
Health Coaching and Chronic Illness
Hypertension
Health coaching has proven to be an increasingly powerful tool in managing hypertension. Introducing health coach intervention has shown to lower systolic blood pressure by 4-5 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure by 1.3-1.6 mmHg. It also leads to significant improvements in dietary habits (11-12%) and boosts self-efficacy by 5-6%. These results empower patients to take control of their health. Explore the research behind these results and learn how health coaching can be transformative in hypertension management.
Type II Diabetes
Health coaching is being shown to be an effective tool for managing type 2 diabetes. By offering personalized support, health coaches help patients improve glycemic control and sustain lifestyle changes. Studies show that health coaching interventions can lead to a 0.29% reduction in HbA1c levels, with some patients experiencing clinically significant decreases of ≥5 mmol/mol (0.46%) or more. These behavior change interventions not only lower blood sugar but also improve medication adherence. Empowered patients take control of their condition leading to long-term health outcomes. Learn why health coaching is viewed as a transformative intervention for diabetes care
Hyperlipidemia
Medication adherence alone is not enough to manage hyperlipidemia, aka high cholesterol. It requires ongoing lifestyle adjustments and regular monitoring to achieve long-term success and sustained health outcomes. Studies show that implementing health coaching into the care plan yields a 7-10% reduction in LDL cholesterol, which is significant. Health coaching has also been shown to increase the achievement of target cholesterol levels by 14% compared to usual care. These interventions provide personalized support, significantly improving cholesterol management and lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease. Access the research to see the full benefits.
Health Coaching and Weight Management
Obesity & Weight Loss
Health coaching has a significant impact on obesity and weight loss outcomes. In a study of 271 participants, 60% of those who received coaching achieved a weight loss of 5% or more from their baseline weight by 12 months. This result was significantly higher compared to those in comparison groups, including those who dropped out or did not receive weight coaching. These findings underscore the effectiveness of health coaching in promoting clinically significant weight loss and improving obesity-related outcomes. Click the full article to learn more.
GLP-1s
Pairing GLP-1 therapy with personalized health coaching significantly improves weight loss and metabolic outcomes. In a study of 2,643 patients, participants who received coaching achieved an average weight loss of 15.6% at 12 months, with sustained results at 24 months. The coaching intervention emphasized gradual improvements in diet, sleep, physical activity, and emotional well-being, reinforced by biweekly meetings. Explore the full study for more information.
Health Coaching and Women’s Health
Menopause
Addressing menopausal symptoms can be challenging, but studies show that the structured intervention of health coaching offers measurable relief. In one study, women who received coaching saw an average reduction of 12.51 points in the severity of their menopausal symptoms compared to the control group. With that, depression symptoms improved significantly, with a 5.72-point decrease, and quality of life scores increased by 4.13 points. These findings conclude that health coaching is a powerful tool in alleviating the emotional and physical challenges of menopause. Click the article to learn more.
Fertility
Women with PCOS undergoing fertility treatments are finding that working with a health coach leads to significant improvements in their overall health outcomes giving them hope for increased chances of conception. One study conducted shows that participants in the group utilizing health coach intervention experienced a 2.13 cm reduction in waist circumference compared to the control group. With that, the total physical activity (excluding sitting time) increased by 3,025.22 units, and lifestyle quality scores improved by 11.03 points which was expressed as improved stress management.
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