Weight gain study for children from BIPOC or low-income families
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how children gain weight over time, especially in families of color or with low income. It helps understand why some kids struggle with weight and what can be done to help.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be overweight or obese.
- Your family identifies as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, or Hispanic.
- Your family has a low income or gets government assistance.
- Your child lives with you most of the time (at least 65%).
- Your child does not have a medical cause for obesity, can do physical activity, and has no food allergies or dietary restrictions.
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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