Scientists measure baby metabolism to unlock early development secrets
NCT ID NCT02683473
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study measures how much energy healthy infants use during their first 3 months of life. Researchers will track 70 babies using special chambers and water tests to understand metabolism and body fat. The goal is to learn more about infant development and overnutrition, not to test a treatment.
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Pennington Biomedical Research Center
RECRUITINGBaton Rouge, Louisiana, 70808, United States
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