Toddler diet study tests fresh meat and veggie recipes

NCT ID NCT07055126

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University College Cork Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether giving parents personalized nutrition advice and healthy recipes helps improve the diets of young children aged 24-42 months. 72 healthy toddlers took part, with some families receiving individual coaching on adding fresh meat and vegetables to meals. The goal was to see if this approach boosts intake of key nutrients like iron and zinc compared to standard healthy eating guidelines.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: individualised dietary counselling and healthy eating resources
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that personalized nutrition guidance helps parents improve young children's intake of key nutrients like iron and zinc.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study in healthy children, so results may not apply to other groups. It tests dietary changes, not a medical treatment.

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Human Nutrition Studies Unit

Cork, Cork, T12 K8AF, Ireland
Human Nutrition Studies Unit, School of Food and Nutritional Sciences, University College Cork.

Cork, Ireland, Ireland

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