Cornell University
The aim of this study is to look at changes in diabetes-related risk factors in Black adolescent girls who are at risk for type 2 diabetes and their primary female caregiver after both participating in a 12-week in-person lifestyle program.
Enrolled adolescent/caregiver dyads will participate in the 12-week program. Each week, participants will engage in 2 activities: an in-person Wellness Session and an at-home cooking experience using ingredients provided at the Wellness Session. The study will examine the pre-post difference in overall diet quality, dermal carotenoid levels, physical activity, body composition, and glycemic measures among at-risk black adolescent girls and their caregivers. Investigators hypothesize that after the program, participants' diets will be higher in quality than before.
Inclusion Criteria for adolescent participants: * 12-18 years of age * self-identify as Black or African American * have obesity (\>=95th percentile BMI) Exclusion Criteria for adolescent participants: * pregnant or within 3 months postpartum. * participated in a formal weight management program within 6 months prior to study. * currently taking medications or diagnosed with a condition known to influence metabolism, physical activity ability, or cognitive function. * have previously undergone bariatric surgery. * have type 2 diabetes. * unable to speak English or have developmental conditi…
Weekly for 12 weeks, adolescent/caregiver dyads will attend 1) an in-person Wellness Session (mindfulness, nutrition lesson, dance class, program reflection) (90 min/wk) and 2) a home cooking experience using ingredients provided at the Wellness Session (60 min/wk).
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