Water at snack time may curb Kids' eating
NCT ID NCT07680647
First seen Jul 02, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether giving children water to drink with a snack affects how much of the snack they eat. Fifty children will be offered the same snack on two separate occasions—once with water and once without. Researchers will measure the weight and calories of food consumed, as well as how much the children like the snack and how thirsty they feel.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- water
- What this could lead to
- If water reduces snack intake, it could point toward simple ways to help children eat less during snack time.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 children. Results may not apply to all kids or real-world settings.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 50 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Jun 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Sep 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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6 to 12 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Like, are willing to eat study food * Does not have allergies, food restrictions or health issues that prevent them from consuming study food * Will attend summer camp during both of the scheduled study visits Exclusion Criteria: \-
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