Can a food prescription and parenting class help kids stay healthy?
NCT ID NCT05881759
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether combining a food prescription program with education on healthy feeding practices can help parents prevent chronic diseases like obesity in their children. Researchers will enroll 375 parents of children aged 4-8 in Texas. Participants will receive either nutrition education alone or nutrition education plus guidance on best feeding practices over 8 weeks.
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Active substance
Nutrition education and food prescription program
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show a practical way to help families prevent childhood obesity and related chronic diseases through better eating habits.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study focused on feasibility, not long-term health outcomes. Results may not apply to other regions or populations.
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Baylor College of Medicine
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030, United States
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