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Under the guidance of our Scientific Advisory Board through a carefully managed grants process, FPWR selects research projects based on the collaborative input of researchers and parents, choosing projects that are both scientifically meritorious and highly relevant for individuals with PWS and their families.

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Impact of carbohydrate restricted diet upon growth and hyperphagia/food anxiety in children with Prader-Willi syndrome

Funded Year: 2016

Prader-Willi syndrome is a disorder of genetic imprinting characterized by common features including early feeding problems and failure to thrive followed by gradual weight gain and development of hyperphagia. Long-term practice has recommended use of dietary restriction using a variety of approaches for weight control/obesity prevention of...

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