Water over soda in daycare may curb childhood obesity
NCT ID NCT05112185
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether encouraging water instead of sugary drinks in childcare centers helps prevent obesity in young children. Over 1,000 preschool-age children and their families took part. The program included better access to healthy drinks at daycare, plus education and counseling for families.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Healthy beverage promotion (water instead of sugary drinks) through childcare center changes and family education
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to prevent childhood obesity starting in preschool.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed study, but results may not apply to all communities. Changing what kids drink at childcare may not be enough to prevent obesity overall.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Stanford
Stanford, California, 94305-5119, United States
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