Status:
COMPLETED
Does Portion Size Influence Intake of Low-Energy-Dense Foods in Preschool-aged Children?
Lead Sponsor:
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Conditions:
Caloric Intake
Eligibility:
All Genders
3+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The purpose of this randomized controlled study using a crossover design is to investigate the main effect of portion size and food type (low-energy dense vs. high-energy dense) on caloric intake.
Detailed Description
The purpose of this investigation is to examine the impact of portion size on intake of a low energy dense food (fruit). Preschool-aged children will be provided with a small and large portion of appl...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- All children that are ≥3 years of age enrolled in the ELC preschool with parental consent can participate.
- Eligible children must also like both the applesauce and the pudding, and be able to consume foods with a spoon.
Exclusion
- Children allergic to applesauce or chocolate pudding or who are lactose- intolerant will not be included in the study.
- Did not attend all feeding sessions.
- Did not consume more than 5 grams from any of the foods on an occasion.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
September 1 2008
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
December 1 2008
Estimated Enrollment :
17 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00936507
Start Date
September 1 2008
End Date
December 1 2008
Last Update
April 5 2018
Active Locations (1)
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Healthy Eating and Activity Laboratory, University of Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37996