Can a 16-Session home program help kids avoid obesity?
NCT ID NCT02024360
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a 6-month home-based program for 300 children ages 2–6 who were overweight or obese. Community health workers visited families to encourage healthy eating, physical activity, and parenting skills. The goal was to see if the program could improve children's weight over time.
What this could mean
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Active substance
behavioral intervention (home visits, healthy eating, active living, parenting skills)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could offer a practical way to prevent and manage childhood obesity in low-income families.
What could go wrong
This is a completed early-stage study with no control group, so results may not be definitive or apply to other settings.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Denver Health
Denver, Colorado, 80204, United States