Childhood Obesity
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to determine effectiveness of a family meals intervention, Simple Suppers, aimed at eliciting positive changes in child dietary intake and weight status.
Interventions
Theory-based 10-week family meals program
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Caregivers: Primary food preparer in the home; responsible for at least one child 4-10 years of age; speak English as the primary language in the home; lived in the U.S. for at least one year.
Exclusion criteria
* Family member: Following a restrictive or therapeutic diet.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Child standardized body mass index (BMI) | Change from baseline child BMI at 10 weeks |