Could starting with parents help kids lose weight? new study tests approach in rural areas
NCT ID NCT05612971
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a parent-only weight loss program followed by a family healthy lifestyles program works better than the family program alone. It involves 480 rural families with a child aged 6-11 who is overweight and a parent with a BMI between 25 and 50. The goal is to see if starting with parents leads to better weight outcomes for both parents and children.
What this could mean
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Active substance
behavioral program (parent-only weight loss followed by family healthy lifestyles program)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a more effective way to help rural families manage weight and reduce childhood obesity.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral study, not a drug trial, so results depend on participation and lifestyle changes. It is still ongoing, and the approach may not work better than the standard family program.
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Locations
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University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, Kansas, 66160, United States