Can a simple supplement boost birth weight? new study hopes so
NCT ID NCT05576207
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether giving pregnant women a balanced energy and protein supplement (BEP) can improve birth weight and reduce complications like low birth weight and preterm birth. Over 3,300 women in Bangladesh were randomly assigned to receive either BEP or standard prenatal vitamins. The goal is to see if targeted nutrition can lead to healthier babies.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Balanced energy and protein (BEP) supplement
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this approach could help reduce low birth weight and other pregnancy complications in undernourished populations.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed trial, but results may not apply to other regions or populations. The supplement is not a cure and only addresses nutritional deficiencies.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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JiVitA Project
Rangpur City, Bangladesh
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