Men paid $760 to lose weight in ‘Game of Stones’ health scheme
Laura Donnelly
British men are being paid up to £400 ($758) each to lose weight, in a scheme that has proved more successful than traditional diet plans.
Sending men a daily text message reminding them of their desire to lose weight – and offering cash rewards for success – was an effective way to get patients in shape, the National Health Service (NHS) trial found.
The Telegraph London
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