Can a special diet help kids with leukemia stay healthier during treatment?
NCT ID NCT03157323
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether children and teens being treated for acute lymphoblastic leukemia can follow a low-glycemic (low-sugar) diet for six months. The goal is to see if this diet is practical and helps manage weight during cancer treatment. About 88 participants will track their eating habits using food recall tools.
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Locations
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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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Children's National Hospital
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20010, United States
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Columbia University
New York, New York, 10032, United States
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Connecticut Children's Medical Center
Hartford, Connecticut, 06106, United States
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Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Buffalo, New York, 14263, United States