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Official title Building Research for Intervention Development in Gliosis and Eating Habits
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06870578
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this study is to 1) use magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to evaluate the effect of nutritious foods on inflammation in the human hypothalamus of children and 2) assess the feasibility and acceptability of nutritious food feeding intervention strategies in children with overweight or obesity.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 9 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Study1: Adult caregiver and Child age 9-11y. Willing to come to in-person focus group
- Study 2: Age 9-11y, BMI ≥85th and ≤95th percentile for age and sex
- Study 3:Adult caregiver with child who qualify for free or reduced-cost lunch in WA State. Child age 9-11y and with overweight.
You likely can't join if
- (study 1 child participants and study 3 criteria for children of adult participants):
- Significant health conditions including type 2 diabetes
- History of major weight loss or eating disorder
- Current use of medications known to alter appetite or body weight (e.g., stimulants for ADHD)
- Documented cognitive disorder
- Severe food allergies, vegetarian, or vegan (Study 1 only)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Study1: Adult caregiver and Child age 9-11y. Willing to come to in-person focus group
- Study 2: Age 9-11y, BMI ≥85th and ≤95th percentile for age and sex
- Study 3:Adult caregiver with child who qualify for free or reduced-cost lunch in WA State. Child age 9-11y and with overweight.
- (study 1 child participants and study 3 criteria for children of adult participants):
- Significant health conditions including type 2 diabetes
- History of major weight loss or eating disorder
- Current use of medications known to alter appetite or body weight (e.g., stimulants for ADHD)
- Documented cognitive disorder
- Severe food allergies, vegetarian, or vegan (Study 1 only)
- Unable to make the session date Exclusion Criteria (study 2, child participants):
- Significant health conditions including type 2 diabetes
- History of major weight loss or eating disorder
- Current use of medications known to alter appetite or body weight (e.g., stimulants for ADHD)
- Documented cognitive disorder
- MRI contraindication (e.g., braces, claustrophobia)
- Weight \>330 pounds (MRI limit)
- Severe food allergies, vegetarian, or vegan
- Currently in formal weight loss program
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Seattle, Washington, 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 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Seattle, Washington, 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.