- What is the research study about? – We are doing a research study that will increase our understanding of how different body types and sleep habits affect physical activity and dietary intake.
- Who can participate? – If you are between the ages of 12 and 17 years of age and have done a sleep study at CHEO, you could be eligible!
- What is the required minimum commitment? – The first visit will be done in the morning and lasts approximately 3-4 hours. You will be asked to wear an activity monitor for 10 days after this initial appointment. You will be asked to keep track of what you eat on 3 separate days. A dietician will call you during the 10 days to ask you couple of questions about your food intake. You will also be asked to collect your urine a few times during the 10 days. A drop off time will be arranged on (or just after) the 10th day to return the activity monitor, food diary and urine samples at CHEO.
- Who can they contact for more information? – Lynda Hoey at 613 – 737-7600 ext 4109
- What is the deadline? – June 2012
- What happens at the end of the study? – Participants will have the option to meet with any of the investigators on the study when the study is finished to discuss their results (exercise specialist and/or respirologist and/or endocrinologist). The time commitment can be used as volunteer hours for school and we will present those that complete the study with a movie gift certificate