Breakfast showdown: protein vs. carbs for Kids' brains

NCT ID NCT03386396

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how different breakfasts affect thinking and brain activity in 9-10 year old children. Researchers will give kids either a high protein or high carbohydrate shake and then test their memory, attention, and brain function using tests and brain scans. The goal is to learn more about how morning nutrition impacts learning and school performance.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: High protein/low carbohydrate shake or high carbohydrate/low protein shake
What this could lead to: If it works, this could help us understand how breakfast choices affect children's brain function and learning.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to all children, and the effects may be small or hard to measure.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEALTHY OBESE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center

Little Rock, Arkansas, 72203, United States

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