Preschoolers get extra exercise and health lessons to fight obesity

NCT ID NCT07361211

Ongoing Prevention Sponsor: Soochow University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests a program for children ages 3 to 6 that includes monthly health lessons and extra physical activity at school. The goal is to see if these activities help children maintain a healthy weight. About 1,500 children in Suzhou, China, are taking part.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: behavioral intervention (health education and increased physical activity)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a practical, low-cost program to help prevent childhood obesity in preschool settings.
What could go wrong: This is a single-city study with no blinding, so results may not apply elsewhere. The intervention is behavioral, so long-term adherence and effect may be limited.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder Overweight

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CHILDREN INTERVENTION OBESITY & OVERWEIGHT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Weight Management and Tracking for Children in Suzhou City

Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215123, China

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