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Summer jobs may keep teen obesity at bay, small study suggests

NCT ID NCT07227220

Prevention Sponsor: University of Houston Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This small study looked at whether summer youth employment programs can help teens avoid unhealthy weight gain. Fifteen teens aged 14-17 worked at summer camps for six weeks. Researchers measured their body mass index and tracked physical activity, sleep, and eating habits to see if the program helped them stay healthy.

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Study facts

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Phase

Early phase 1

The earliest testing in people: a first look at safety, in a very small group.

Participants

15 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2025

Finished

Jul 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

14 to 17 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 14-17 years at the time of enrollment, in accordance with Texas Child Labor Law * Willing to work at the summer camp for six consecutive weeks * Able to pass the employment admission procedure (job interview) * Able to obtain parental consent and provide assent for study participation Exclusion Criteria: * Currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant, due to physical activity restrictions and potential weight changes that could confound study results * Diagnosis of an intellectual and/or physical disability requiring specialized employment regulations or intervention strategies * Participation in a health promotion intervention within the past six months

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Conditions

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Health Behavior Pediatric Obesity obesity disorder prevention target

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Behavior, health Healthy lifestyle Obesity, childhood

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Houston

    Houston, Texas, 77204, United States

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