A Multicomponent Family Treatment of Childhood Obesity Based on the Planetary Healthy Diet: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT: The Planetary Health Diet (PHD), recognized as a healthy and environmentally sustainable dietary pattern, has been promoted globally; however, its role in supporting weight change among children within structured weight management interventions remains unclear. A four-month randomized multicomponent family-based trial was conducted with 120 dyads of children with obesity (7-12 years) and their guardians. The intervention group (IG) received counseling on the PHD, portion size reduction, and strategies to increase moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, while the control group (CG) received general guidance based on the Dietary and Physical Activity Guidelines for the Brazilian Population, emphasizing the avoidance of ultra-processed foods. Dietary intake was assessed using a food frequency

SUBMITTER: Brandao JM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12652849 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature