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Official title Effects of Whole vs. Nonfat Milk Consumption on Body Composition in Children
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05464186
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study will evaluate the effects of whole vs. nonfat milk consumption on body composition, cardiometabolic disease risk factors, and dietary quality.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 9 to 12. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Aged 9 to 12 years
- BMI ≥75th percentile for sex and age
- Residence in the Greater Boston catchment area
You likely can't join if
- Aversion to nonfat or whole milk
- Physician diagnosis of major medical illness, eating disorder, or milk allergy (lactose intolerance not exclusionary as lactase treated milk can be...
- Plans to move away from the Greater Boston catchment area during the study period
- Plans to be away from home for ≥5 weeks during the study period (e.g., extended summer vacation)
- Change in body weight exceeding 10% during prior year
- Recent adherence to a special diet
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged 9 to 12 years
- BMI ≥75th percentile for sex and age
- Residence in the Greater Boston catchment area
- Aversion to nonfat or whole milk
- Physician diagnosis of major medical illness, eating disorder, or milk allergy (lactose intolerance not exclusionary as lactase treated milk can be provided)
- Plans to move away from the Greater Boston catchment area during the study period
- Plans to be away from home for ≥5 weeks during the study period (e.g., extended summer vacation)
- Change in body weight exceeding 10% during prior year
- Recent adherence to a special diet
- Chronic use of any medication or dietary supplement that could affect study outcomes
- Another member of the family (first degree relative) or household participating in the study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 9 years to 12 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.