Summer jobs may keep teens slim, early study suggests

NCT ID NCT07227220

First seen Nov 12, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This small study tested whether a 6-week summer youth employment program could help teens ages 14-17 maintain or lower their body mass index (BMI). Researchers measured weight, activity, sleep, and diet in 15 teens who worked at a summer camp. The goal was to see if the program shows promise for preventing obesity before scaling up to a larger trial.

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Locations

  • University of Houston

    Houston, Texas, 77204, United States

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