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NCT05992688 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA

The Sweet Kids Study (Stevia on Weight and Energy Effect Over Time)

A NA study of Blood Pressure and Weight Gain, sponsored by Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute.

Recruiting
Registry status
NA
Development phase
150
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

NCT05992688 is a NA study of Blood Pressure and Weight Gain that is actively recruiting participants, run by Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute. The registered enrollment target is 150 participants, below the 285-participant average among 101 other Blood Pressure trials with a reported enrollment target (47% lower). The trial reports 2 study locations across 1 state.

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The verdict

NCT05992688, a NA study of Blood Pressure and Weight Gain, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute.

RECRUITING
Registry status
NA
Development phase
150 participants
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

Study Summary

This is an 8 to14-week three-arm randomized controlled in children 8 to 12 years old. The main purpose of the study is to evaluate if stevia has benefits for weight control and metabolic function relative to caloric sweeteners, and whether it provides benefits in this regard similar to water.

Interventions

  • OTHER Sucrose sweetened beverage
  • OTHER Stevia sweetened beverages
  • OTHER Calorie free flavored water beverage

Study Locations (2)

Arkansas

  • Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center - Little Rock
  • Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center - Little Rock

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 150 participants
Start Date 2023-09-19
Est. Completion 2026-11-30
Phase NA

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT05992688

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT05992688 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 150 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 285-participant average among 101 other Blood Pressure trials with a reported enrollment target (47% lower). The listed sponsor is Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute, which has 97 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 5 conditions, with Blood Pressure appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions - of which Sucrose sweetened beverage is the first listed.

NCT05992688 reports 2 study locations spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Arkansas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT05992688 about?

NCT05992688 is a clinical study titled "The Sweet Kids Study (Stevia on Weight and Energy Effect Over Time)". This is an 8 to14-week three-arm randomized controlled in children 8 to 12 years old. The main purpose of the study is to evaluate if stevia has benefits for weight control and metabolic function relative to caloric sweeteners, and whether it provides benefits in this regard similar to water.

What is the current status of trial NCT05992688?

This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 150 participants. The study started on 2023-09-19. Estimated completion is 2026-11-30.

What conditions does trial NCT05992688 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Blood Pressure, Weight Gain, Insulin Sensitivity, Adiposity, Lipoproteins.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT05992688?

The interventions under investigation include: Sucrose sweetened beverage (OTHER), Stevia sweetened beverages (OTHER), Calorie free flavored water beverage (OTHER).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT05992688?

This trial is sponsored by Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute, which has 97 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT05992688 being conducted?

This trial has 2 study locations across Arkansas. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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