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Study design.
R = Randomization. 1 = Measurement 1, baseline, before start of the intervention. 2 = Measurement 2, end of intervention (8 weeks post randomization). 3 = Measurement 3, follow up (12 weeks post randomization).
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Consort flow diagram.
Baseline characteristics of participants.