OBESITY, CHILDHOOD

This study tests whether the drug lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse), usually used for ADHD, can help children aged 6 to 12 with severe obesity lose weight. About 44 children will receive either the drug or a placebo, plus lifestyle therapy, for 24 weeks. The main goal is to see if their…

This study tests a family-based behavioral program for youth aged 6-17 with type 1 diabetes who are overweight or obese, along with an overweight parent. The program focuses on healthy meal planning, food literacy, and family habits to improve weight and diabetes control. Twenty …

This study tested whether a telemedicine program for children with obesity works better than standard in-person care. 100 children aged 10-18 were split into two groups: one received most of their care through video calls, and the other had monthly in-person visits. The main goal…

This study tested two mobile apps for parents of children aged 2 to 5. One app focused on nutrition, physical activity, and sleep; the other on reading. Researchers wanted to see if the apps could help parents encourage healthier habits and lower obesity risk. Over 200 parents in…

This study tested the Bright Bodies program, a family-based lifestyle intervention for children ages 7-13 with obesity. The program includes nutrition education, behavior modification, and exercise sessions. Researchers measured changes in BMI and other health outcomes across thr…

This study tested a computer-based tool that helps doctors follow guidelines for managing overweight and obesity in children. The tool was used in primary care clinics across three health systems, involving over 58,000 patients. Researchers measured changes in children's BMI and …

This study tested a program called HALO for mothers who had weight-loss surgery and have school-aged children (ages 6-12) at risk for obesity. The program gave mothers education and parenting tips to encourage healthy eating and physical activity in their kids. Researchers measur…

This study tested a web app called Baby-Feed that helps parents track what their babies eat and how they grow. Researchers followed 155 families with infants aged 1-3 months for about 6 months. The app gives feedback on diet quality and weight gain to encourage healthier feeding …

This study tested whether group-based telehealth visits could help teens with obesity manage their weight. 66 adolescents participated in 12 virtual sessions over 6 months, covering nutrition, physical activity, and mental health. Researchers compared their results to teens who a…

This study tested whether giving extra health coaching to new parents—especially fathers—could help prevent rapid weight gain in babies and reduce obesity risk. Researchers enrolled 657 parents from Massachusetts General Hospital and randomly assigned them to either receive coach…

This pilot study tested a home-based lifestyle program for 7-to-10-year-old children living in rural areas. The program included activity packs, health coach sessions, and a resource toolbox to promote healthy eating and physical activity. Researchers measured changes in diet, fr…

This study tested a program that improved the food served in school breakfasts and lunches in six rural Arkansas school districts. Over 11,500 students were involved, with some schools using the new program and others sticking with their usual meals. The goal was to see if health…

This pilot study tested a 12-week telehealth lifestyle program for Black adolescent girls with obesity who are at risk for type 2 diabetes, along with their female caregivers. The program included weekly group wellness sessions (mindfulness, nutrition, dance) and home cooking exp…

This small study looked at whether summer youth employment programs can help teens avoid unhealthy weight gain. Fifteen teens aged 14-17 worked at summer camps for six weeks. Researchers measured their body mass index and tracked physical activity, sleep, and eating habits to see…

This study tested a digital health program (Adhera Caring Digital Program®) combined with standard medication for 40 families of children aged 13-18 with obesity. The goal was to see if the program improved treatment satisfaction, adherence, and mood over one year. Participants u…

This study looked at how well children ages 7 to 10 can sense and respond to internal body signals like hunger and fullness, and how that relates to their eating behaviors. Researchers measured how much kids ate when they weren't hungry and checked appetite-related hormones in sa…

This study checks on children aged 6-10 whose mothers took part in a lifestyle program (diet and exercise coaching) before getting fertility treatments for obesity. Researchers want to see if these kids have healthier body measurements and blood markers compared to kids whose mot…

This study looked at 76 children aged 8-10 from rural areas to understand why some stay at a healthy weight despite being surrounded by obesity risks. Researchers measured brain activity, eating habits, and body fat to see how kids learn from food cues. The goal is to find factor…

This study looked at how the drug topiramate works in teenagers with severe obesity. Researchers wanted to understand why some teens lose weight while others don't, by measuring drug levels in the blood. The goal is to eventually personalize dosing for better results.

This study tested a program called AARC, designed to support African American families with new babies. The program included 7 group sessions over Zoom covering parenting, feeding, sleep, and self-care. Researchers wanted to see if the program was acceptable and practical for fam…

This study followed 461 children whose mothers took a special nutritional drink before and during pregnancy. Researchers want to understand how parents' diet, lifestyle, and metabolism influence child growth, thinking skills, and overall well-being. The goal is to identify factor…

This study looked at how gut bacteria might influence metabolism in 38 teenagers, some with obesity and some lean. Participants ate special diets while researchers measured short-chain fatty acids and fat production in the liver. The goal was to understand if gut bacteria play a …