OBESITY, CHILDHOOD

This study tested the Bright Bodies program, a weight management intervention for children ages 7 to 13 with obesity and their parents. The goal was to see if the program helps lower children's body mass index (BMI) and works well in different clinic settings. The study included …

This study tested whether group-based telehealth visits could help teens with obesity manage their weight. 66 adolescents attended 12 virtual sessions over 6 months covering nutrition, exercise, and mental health. Researchers compared their results to traditional in-person clinic…

This study tested a parent-led program called HALO for children aged 6-12 whose mothers had recently undergone bariatric surgery. The goal was to help these kids, who are at higher risk for obesity, adopt healthier eating and activity habits. The program involved 35 families and …

This study tested a web app called Baby-Feed with 155 parents of infants aged 1-3 months. The app helped parents track their baby's diet and weight over 6 months. The goal was to see if using the app could improve diet quality and prevent rapid weight gain, which is linked to chi…

This small study tested whether a 6-week summer youth employment program could help teens ages 14-17 maintain or lower their body mass index (BMI). Researchers measured weight, activity, sleep, and diet in 15 teens who worked at a summer camp. The goal was to see if the program s…

This study tested a 12-week telehealth lifestyle program for Black adolescent girls (ages 12-18) with obesity who are at risk for type 2 diabetes, along with their primary female caregiver. The program focused on improving diet quality and reducing sedentary time through virtual …

This study looked at whether improving the nutritional quality of school meals can help prevent obesity in children living in rural areas. Over 11,500 students from six school districts in Arkansas took part. Three districts improved their meals, while three kept their usual menu…

This study tested a 6-month home program for 7-10 year olds in rural areas to encourage healthy eating and physical activity, aiming to lower type 2 diabetes risk. 72 children took part, with some receiving activity packs, health coach calls, and a resource toolbox, while others …

This study tested whether including fathers in parenting support during pregnancy and the first year of life can help prevent childhood obesity and improve health for the whole family. Researchers enrolled 657 parents from diverse backgrounds and randomly assigned them to either …

This study tested whether a program to support the physical and emotional health of African American families with new babies was practical and well-liked. 44 expecting parents in North Carolina took part in group sessions online. Researchers measured how acceptable and feasible …

This study looked at how gut bacteria might influence metabolism in young people aged 15 to 21. Researchers measured how the body processes fats and a substance called acetate, which is produced by gut bacteria. The goal was to better understand the link between gut health and ob…

This study looked at how the drug topiramate helps teenagers with severe obesity lose weight. Researchers wanted to understand why some teens lose a lot of weight while others don't. They measured drug levels in the blood and linked them to changes in BMI over 3 months. The goal …

This study followed 461 children ages 6-8 whose mothers took a special nutritional drink before and during pregnancy. Researchers measured the children's growth, body composition, thinking skills, and metabolism to understand how parents' diet and lifestyle early on influence lon…

This study looked at how children ages 7 to 10 perceive internal body signals like hunger and fullness, and how that affects their eating habits. Researchers measured how much kids ate when they weren't hungry and checked appetite-related hormones. The goal is to learn whether te…

This study looked at 76 children aged 8–10 from rural areas to understand why some stay at a healthy weight despite living in places with fewer healthy food and exercise options. Researchers measured how kids learn from food cues, their brain activity, and their eating habits. Th…

This study looks at children ages 6-10 whose mothers took part in a lifestyle program (diet and exercise) before getting pregnant. The goal is to see if these kids have healthier body measurements and blood markers compared to kids whose mothers did not get the program. No new tr…

This study looked at whether special computer reminders in electronic health records help doctors better follow guidelines for managing overweight and obesity in children. Over 58,000 children and their doctors took part across multiple primary care clinics. The goal was to see i…