Rural kids get a healthy boost: new program targets diabetes risk

NCT ID NCT05858580

Completed Prevention Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tested a home-based lifestyle program for 7-to-10-year-old children living in rural areas. The program included activity packs, health coach sessions, and a resource toolbox to promote healthy eating and physical activity. Researchers measured changes in diet, fruit and vegetable intake, and sugar-sweetened beverage consumption to see if the program could reduce Type 2 diabetes risk.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Bennett Kids PowerUP Project (behavioral lifestyle modification program)
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could help prevent Type 2 diabetes in rural children by improving diet and activity habits.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study (72 children) testing feasibility, not effectiveness. Results may not apply to other populations or settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity Pediatric Obesity type 2 diabetes mellitus prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OBESITY, CHILDHOOD TYPE2DIABETES

Contacts and locations

Locations

Wake Forest University Health Sciences

Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States

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