Can schools and families team up to stop childhood obesity?

NCT ID NCT05966051

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study tested whether school-based programs involving families could help prevent childhood obesity. Researchers worked with 226 children aged 6-11 to measure their eating habits, physical activity, and family lifestyles. The goal was to see if these programs are practical and can improve healthy behaviors.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

educational program on healthy diet and lifestyle

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward effective school- and family-based strategies to prevent childhood obesity.

What could go wrong

This is a completed study focused on measuring current habits and testing feasibility, not proving long-term weight change. Results may not apply to all communities.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Pediatric Obesity obesity disorder prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Istituto Comprensivo Luigi Cadorna

    Milan, MI, 20148, Italy