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New treatment option for Obesity, Childhood
Official title Food Genetics Behavior Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05783765
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- A genetic risk for obesity does not always translate to the development of obesity among children, which points to the presence of risk-modifying factors that likely relate to energy balance behaviors as key behavioral drivers. Using an integrated approach to comprehensively examine the interplay between genotype and phenotype, this study will systematically assess the extent to which energy balance behaviors, alone or in combination, in conjunction with family-level influences can modify behavioral and genetic predispositions to childhood obesity in a high-risk sample of predominantly minority children from low-resource backgrounds.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 5 to 7. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Healthy children
- Children ages 5-7 years
- Children with BMI equal to or greater 5th percentile
- Mother must be children's biological mother and primary caregiver
- Mother must be able to read and understand English
You likely can't join if
- Children with serious medical conditions or medication use known to affect food intake, body weight, physical activity, or sleep
- Children with developmental and/or psychiatric conditions that may impact study compliance
- Children with food allergies related to study foods or lactose intolerance
- Children with low preference for study foods
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 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, 5 years to 7 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 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.