Brain science reveals why some kids beat obesity

NCT ID NCT05456516

First seen Apr 21, 2026 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looked at 76 children aged 8-10 from rural areas to understand why some stay at a healthy weight despite being surrounded by obesity risks. Researchers measured brain activity, eating habits, and body fat to see how kids learn from food cues. The goal is to find factors that protect against obesity, which could help design better prevention programs.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Chandlee Laboratory

    University Park, Pennsylvania, 16802, United States

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Feeding Behavior Pediatric Obesity

As listed by the trial registrant

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