B'N Fit POWER Program for Youth Obesity
(BNFit Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests B'N Fit POWER, a wellness program for Bronx youth at high risk for diabetes. It promotes healthy habits like eating well and exercising by involving schools, health clinics, and afterschool programs. The goal is to help kids develop good habits and build resilience.
Do I need to stop my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is the B'N Fit POWER Program for Youth Obesity safe for participants?
The studies reviewed focus on family-based lifestyle programs for managing obesity in children, which include nutrition education, physical activity, and behavioral strategies. These programs have shown benefits in weight management and healthier lifestyles without reported safety concerns, suggesting they are generally safe for participants.12345
How is the B'N Fit POWER treatment for youth obesity different from other treatments?
The B'N Fit POWER program is unique because it focuses on increasing daily physical activity among middle school students, especially in areas with structural barriers like the Bronx. Unlike other treatments, it adapts to challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic by addressing food insecurity and the suspension of organized activities, aiming to help children reduce obesity risk through community-based efforts.26789
What data supports the effectiveness of the B'N Fit POWER treatment for youth obesity?
Research on similar programs shows that comprehensive approaches involving nutrition education, physical activity, and behavior modification can lead to significant weight loss in children. For example, a school-based program helped 95% of participating children lose weight, and a family-based program showed that children lost an average of 2.3 kg over 12 weeks.1571011
Who Is on the Research Team?
Elizabeth Walker, PhD, RN
Principal Investigator
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Jessica Rieder, MD, MS
Principal Investigator
Montefiore Medical Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for Bronx youth aged 10-14 who are enrolled in both the Montefiore School Health Program and Mosholu Montefiore Community Center afterschool program at PS/MS 95. They need a parent or guardian available for clinical visits. Those with major mental illness or medical issues that make participation unsafe cannot join.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Intervention
Participants receive the B'N Fit POWER program, which includes weekly leadership sessions and daily physical activity integrated with afterschool programming.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in BMI, diabetes risk, cardiovascular disease risk, and other health metrics.
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- B'N Fit POWER
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Montefiore Medical Center
Lead Sponsor
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
Collaborator