Study of energy balance and heart health in children
This study looks at how children’s “energy use” relates to heart and metabolism health. It may help doctors understand what healthy and unhealthy patterns look like in kids.
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Who can take part
- Be 8 to 10 years old
- Be able to participate regardless of sex or ethnicity
- Have any body weight (no BMI limits)
- Do not have severe persistent asthma or exercise-triggered asthma
- Do not have autism, ADHD, opposition defiant disorder, or conduct disorder
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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