How simulated weight loss affects energy use when moving
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how extra weight affects how much energy teenagers use when moving, and whether losing weight (simulated) could make moving easier. It will help understand how weight loss helps the body, which could lead to better programs for teens with obesity.
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Who can take part
- You are 12 to 16 years old and at a late stage of puberty (Tanner stages 3-5)
- Your weight is in the obese range (BMI above the 97th percentile for your age)
- You do not smoke or drink alcohol regularly
- You are not currently on a special diet or a weight-loss program (and haven't been for the past 6 months)
- You are not doing more than 2.5 hours of organized exercise per week
- You and your parents (or legal guardians) agree to take part
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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