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A Pilot Study Examining the Impact of Eggs for Breakfast on Weight Loss and Hunger in Obese Children
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Family Based Behavioral Treatment for Obesity and 4 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 66 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether a behavioral weight loss group in conjunction with a prescribed breakfast can help children between 8 and 12 years of age change their behaviors to help them lose weight and become healthier.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The intervention for both groups will be a 4-month Family-Based Behavioral Treatment (FBT), which includes dietary changes, physical activity changes, and behavioral therapy. Treatment is provided in separate parent and child groups. Families will learn to reduce caloric consumption and increase caloric expenditure (physical activity). Behavior therapy includes stimulus control, self-monitoring, goal setting and contracting, parenting skills, skills for managing high-risk situations, and maintenance and relapse prevention. Families will self-monitor caloric intake, breakfast consumption, physical activity, and hunger and satiety throughout the day.