Studying genes and environment in children with obesity
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how genes and the environment affect when children with obesity begin puberty. By joining, you help researchers learn more about early puberty, which may lead to better care for kids in the future.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 5 and 7 years old at the start.
- Your child is either normal weight or obese (not underweight or overweight).
- You agree to follow the study steps and share medical records.
- Your child is not taking any medicines or supplements that affect hormones (like puberty blockers or lavender oil).
- Your child does not have a genetic cause of obesity or a chronic condition like diabetes or cancer.
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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