Family COMIDA Program to Support Healthy Weight Loss and Obesity Prevention in Hispanic Families Through Family-Centered Interventions

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to find the most effective family-centered intervention to support weight loss and prevent obesity in Hispanic families. The study focuses on programs where family members, like parents and caregivers, help children develop healthy habits. It is designed to compare different supportive approaches to promote healthier lifestyles within these families. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of eight groups, each receiving a variation of behavioral interventions over approximately six months. These interventions include weekly individual telephone support for parents, child education sessions on diet and physical activity, parent counseling via videoconference, and monthly group support sessions in Spanish or English. Some groups combine these components in different ways to evaluate their impact. Throughout the study, participants will be monitored for weight change and other health indicators. Researchers will measure the percentage of weight lost from baseline at six months as the main outcome. Participants will use their own devices for videoconferences and may be audio-recorded during sessions. The study involves regular contact and support to encourage healthy changes in diet and activity for both parents and children, with a focus on Hispanic families.

Family COMIDA (Consumo de Opciones Más Ideales De Alimentos) (Eating More Ideal Food Options)