Effects of a Lifestyle Intervention on Overweight and Obese Children
Author Information
Author(s): Maria Waling, Catharina Bäcklund, Torbjörn Lind, Christel Larsson
Primary Institution: Umeå University
Hypothesis
Does a family-based intervention improve metabolic health in overweight and obese children?
Conclusion
The intervention had limited effects on anthropometric and metabolic markers in overweight and obese children.
Supporting Evidence
- BMI z-scores decreased in both groups after one year.
- There was no significant difference in BMI between the intervention and control groups.
- The intervention group showed a significant difference in waist circumference and waist/hip ratio compared to the control group.
Takeaway
This study tried to help overweight kids get healthier through family activities, but it didn't work as well as hoped.
Methodology
Children aged 8-12 were randomized into intervention and control groups, with measurements taken at baseline and after one year.
Potential Biases
Participants may have been more motivated than the general population, affecting results.
Limitations
High dropout rate and small sample size limit the generalizability of the results.
Participant Demographics
93 children aged 8-12, with a near-equal gender distribution.
Statistical Information
P-Value
P = 0.338
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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