Protein needs study for healthy active children
This study looks at how much protein children who are already in the “normal weight” range need to support an active lifestyle. It may help researchers fine-tune nutrition guidance for kids who are active and healthy.
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Who can take part
- Be a boy or girl age 8 to 10
- Have a normal weight based on BMI (less than the 85th percentile)
- Be willing to stop nutritional supplements for at least 2 weeks before each testing visit
- Have no current infection needing antibiotics, or be able to delay testing until symptoms improve
- Be considered “active” based on prior fitness testing and activity measurements
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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