Background

High-fibre intake has been shown to reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes in adults.

This study is looking at whether taking a daily fibre supplement can improve metabolic syndrome risk factors in children 9-13 years old who are overweight. 

Kids aged 9-13 years old are invited to participate. A gift card will be given upon completion of the 3 study visits.

Find out more and take the questionnaire

*Your records relating to this study and any other information received will be kept strictly confidential.

• Participants' children may see an improvement in their weight and overall health.
• Participants will be provided a copy of their child’s individual results from blood analysis and other measurements along with a comparison to national guidelines.
• Participants may be helping to discover a potential non-medication option for kids' weight management.
• Participants will be given a gift card upon completion of the 3 study visits.
• Participants will be helping to advance medical research aimed at improving kids' health.

• Able to consume milk products
• Above the average weight for their age
• Able to attend 3 study visits at the research site over approximately 4 months
• Has a parent or guardian willing to provide informed consent

Research Centre: Curtin University

Location: Kent St, Bentley WA 6102, Australia

Research Coordinator: Dr. Monica Jane

Ethics Committee: This study has been reviewed and approved by the Curtin University Human Research Ethics Committee (Approval Number HRE2018-0234)

• If you decide to participate in the study and later feel that you no longer wish to be part of it, you may withdraw at any time. 
• Your records relating to this study and any other information received will be kept strictly confidential, except as required by the law.
• Qualified health professionals will monitor your health as it relates to the study.

Suleen has been a researcher at Curtin University for over 15 years with a background in nutrition. Her primary interests are cardiovascular disease, obesity, and metabolic syndrome and how lifestyle modifications, through diet or exercise, are able to improve health.

At Curtin University we take the threat of COVID-19 very seriously. As such, we have very stringent health and safety measures in place to protect you and your child should you choose to participate in this study. These health and safety measures will be explained to you in detail prior to your attendance at the university.

We understand that your child's health and wellbeing is of the highest importance to you. This study is conducted in a professional manner in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

1. Click the link below to enter your contact details and answer some eligibility questions.
   
2. The research center will then contact you by phone to discuss the trial and answer your questions.

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