Perceptions and Impact of a Youth-led Childhood Obesity Prevention Intervention among Youth-leaders.

Elizabeth Anderson SteevesAngela Cristina Bizzotto TrudeCara Frances RuggieroMaria Jose Mejia RuizJessica C Jones-SmithKeshia Pollack PorterLawrence CheskinKristen HurleyLaura HopkinsJoel Gittelsohn

Published in: Journal of hunger & environmental nutrition (2019)

Youth-leaders reported multiple levels of intervention impact, and increased intentions for healthy eating; however, additional research is needed to enhance impact on behavioral outcomes.

Keyphrases

physical activity
mental health
randomized controlled trial
young adults
healthcare
primary care
type diabetes
metabolic syndrome
skeletal muscle
adipose tissue
insulin resistance