Can eating habits protect kids from obesity? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT05783765
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study explores why some children with a genetic risk for obesity do not become obese. Researchers will observe eating behaviors, like how fast children eat and whether they eat when not hungry, in 242 children aged 5-7. The goal is to find protective factors that could lead to better ways to prevent childhood obesity.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could identify key behaviors that protect children from obesity, pointing toward new prevention strategies.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly change health outcomes and may not find clear protective factors.
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Penn Medicine Center for Weight and Eating Disorders
RECRUITINGPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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