Chocolate compound fights teen obesity?

NCT ID NCT04112251

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a daily cocoa flavonol supplement could improve body composition, metabolism, and inflammation in 104 obese teenagers aged 10 to 16. Participants took either the supplement or a placebo for 12 weeks, alongside standard diet and exercise advice. The goal was to see if cocoa compounds could help control obesity-related health risks.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

obesity disorder Pediatric Obesity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Escuela Superior de Medicina, IPN

    Mexico City, Mexico