Online program aims to curb childhood obesity in Low-Income families
NCT ID NCT06795490
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests an online program called Families in Balance Online, designed to help parents of 2- to 5-year-olds build healthy routines around meals, sleep, and screen time. About 300 families with low income will be randomly assigned to either this interactive program or a self-paced information program. Researchers will measure changes in children's BMI, sleep, screen time, and diet to see which approach works better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Online behavioral program (Families in Balance Online)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide an effective, scalable way to prevent early childhood obesity in low-income families by improving household routines.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage behavioral trial (300 families). Results may not apply broadly, and the program's impact on BMI may be modest or short-lived.
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University of Michigan
RECRUITINGAnn Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States
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