Scientists track 1,500 kids for 6 years to unlock secrets of childhood eating and weight

NCT ID NCT02390765

Summary

This long-term study aims to understand why some children develop unhealthy eating patterns and weight gain by following 1,500 kids aged 8-17 for up to six years. Researchers will track factors like sleep, mood, genetics, and brain activity to see how they influence eating behavior and health. The goal is to gather information that could help design better programs to support healthy growth in the future.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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