Can tuning into body signals help kids eat better?

NCT ID NCT06504654

First seen Jan 03, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study looked at how children ages 7 to 10 perceive internal body signals like hunger and fullness, and how that affects their eating habits. Researchers measured how much kids ate when they weren't hungry and checked appetite-related hormones. The goal is to learn whether teaching kids to better understand their body's signals could help prevent obesity.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pennsylvania State University

    University Park, Pennsylvania, 16802, United States

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