Vanderbilt University is conducting a study to determine how much energy kids really burn. A total of 200 children will participate in the study.
"The team says data from their study will result in a device that more accurately assesses calorie burning by kids in real life."
The study will take place on the Vanderbilt University campus, where kids will each spend a full day and night in a metabolic chamber. The chamber will measure their calories used during activities like using a treadmill or sitting at a desk and coloring.
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