 -To explore potential effects and variation noted among each of the three intervention arms from baseline to 6 and 12- month follow-up on the following endpoints: BMI, energy intake and nutrient density of the diet, exercise minweek and metabolic equivalents METs, self-efficacy to adhere to an energy restricted, plant-based, low saturated fat diet and increased exercise, blood pressure, health-related quality of life HRQOL, social support in general and as specifically related to healthful dietary and exercise behavior, and characteristics of the mother-daughter bond e.g., strength. 