PEDIATRIC OBESITY

This study tested a culturally adapted online program for families with overweight or obese children aged 7-9 in Vietnam. The program aimed to improve parents' confidence and healthy role modeling, and children's eating habits, physical activity, and body measurements. Sixty fami…

This study tested a 'digi-physical' approach for families with children or teens living with obesity. Participants either received standard in-person care or a mix of digital tools (an app for tracking health and chatting with caregivers) plus fewer in-person visits. The goal was…

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 looked at whether weight-loss surgery (vertical sleeve gastrectomy) can improve kidney, heart, and pancreas function in teens aged 12-21 with type 2 diabetes and obesity. Researchers measured blood flow to the kidneys, kidney filtering ability, and insulin production b…

This completed study tested two ways parents can help teens with obesity maintain weight loss. 418 teens (ages 12-16) and their parents took part. One group focused on teaching parents coaching skills, the other on helping parents lose weight themselves. Both groups included teen…

This study tested whether giving low-income families a discount on weekly farm-fresh produce (through community-supported agriculture) along with nutrition education could improve children's eating habits and prevent obesity. About 305 families with children aged 2 to 12 took par…

This study tested a 12-week family program to prevent type 2 diabetes in 9-12 year olds who are overweight and have risk factors. The program was offered in-person at a YMCA or combined with a mobile app. Researchers wanted to see if it was feasible and improved weight and diet.

This study looked at whether an effort rehabilitation program could improve quality of life and interest in physical activity for overweight or obese children and teens. 47 participants who had trouble exercising due to their weight joined the program. Researchers measured change…

This study looked at why many families leave pediatric weight management programs early. Researchers used data from over 1,200 children and their parents to build a tool that predicts dropout. The goal is to help programs keep families engaged and improve long-term health outcome…

This study looked at how obesity affects the way children's bodies process common acid reflux medications like lansoprazole and pantoprazole. Researchers gave a single dose of these drugs to 76 children aged 6-21, both with and without obesity, and measured how long the drugs sta…

This study tested whether a specially designed storybook could improve nutrition habits in 70 healthy children aged 5-6. Researchers measured snack choices (fruit vs. cookies) before and after the storybook program. The goal was to see if storytelling can encourage healthier eati…

This study tested whether sending automated health tips via the LINE messaging app could help parents of obese children engage with weight management programs. Over 500 parents in Taipei were split into two groups: one got messages right away, the other after a delay. The study f…

This study created a registry of 3,000 children who were severely obese before age 6. Researchers collected DNA samples to look for genetic causes of early obesity. The goal was to better understand the condition and identify families interested in future clinical trials.

This completed study looked at how physical fitness influences the way children (ages 8-17) process a high-fat meal. Fifteen kids drank a high-fat shake, and researchers measured how well their bodies broke down fats. The goal was to see if fitter children handle fatty meals bett…