Health Promotion Curricula for Obesity Prevention in American Indian Youth
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether participants need to stop taking their current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Health promotion curricula for obesity prevention in American Indian youth?
Is the health promotion curriculum for obesity prevention in American Indian youth safe?
The health promotion curriculum, part of the Pathways program, has been implemented in American Indian communities and schools with a focus on promoting physical activity and healthy eating. While the studies do not specifically mention safety concerns, the program has been developed and tested in collaboration with American Indian communities, suggesting it is culturally appropriate and likely safe for use in these settings.678910
How is the health promotion curricula treatment for obesity prevention in American Indian youth different from other treatments?
The health promotion curricula treatment is unique because it is culturally tailored for American Indian families, focusing on healthy eating and physical activity through a home-based mentoring model. It respects cultural values and involves community mentors, making it different from standard treatments that may not consider cultural and community-specific factors.12111213
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this study is to learn if a culturally relevant health promotion curricula prevents obesity among 4th graders in rural tribal schools. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1) Does the health promotion curricula intervention increase diet and physical activity behaviors in 4th grade students? Researchers will compare to 3rd grade classes who will not receive the intervention.All participants will have their skin carotenoids assessed using Veggie Meter, complete 24-hour diet recall via telephone, height and weight measured, answer two surveys about perceptions of their school environment practices and diet patterns at school.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for 4th graders in rural tribal schools to see if a health program can prevent obesity. They'll be compared with 3rd graders who won't get the program. Kids will have their skin carotenoids measured, recall what they ate, and have their height and weight checked.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Intervention
Implementation of health promotion curricula among 4th graders, including culturally tailored health education focused on nutrition and physical activity
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in physical activity, diet, and BMI using various measures such as accelerometers, dietary recalls, and Veggie Meter
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Health promotion curricula
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Northern Arizona University
Lead Sponsor
University of Arizona
Collaborator
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Collaborator