Could everyday chemicals be fueling the childhood obesity epidemic?

NCT ID NCT07545174

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Tours Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether common environmental chemicals like PFAS, bisphenol A, and pesticides are linked to childhood obesity. Researchers will measure levels of these chemicals in blood, urine, and hair samples from 80 children aged 6 to 15—half with obesity and half without. The goal is to see if obese children have higher levels of these chemicals, which could help explain why some children become obese.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If this study finds a link between certain environmental chemicals and childhood obesity, it could point toward ways to prevent obesity by reducing exposure to those chemicals.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only looks for associations, not cause and effect. The results may not lead to any direct changes in care or prevention.

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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.

OBESITY (DISORDER)

Contacts and locations

Locations

CHRU de Tours

Tours, France
CHRU de Tours

Tours, France

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