Mobile app to help parents prevent childhood obesity
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether a mobile app for parents can help prevent obesity in school-aged children. If you join, you'll use the app to learn healthy habits for your child.
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Who can take part
- Your child should be between 5 and 11 years old.
- Your child must be enrolled in a primary school.
- Your child cannot be in a weight loss program or taking weight loss medication right now.
- Your child should not have a rheumatological disease, diabetes, thyroid disorder, or any other condition that affects their nutrition.
- You and your child must agree to sign a form saying you understand and want to join the study.
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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