Can mealworm powder help fight child malnutrition? new trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07284095

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tests whether a daily supplement made from mealworm flour can improve the nutritional health of 40 children aged 2-10 with chronic malnutrition in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. One group will receive the mealworm supplement, while the other gets a traditional corn-soy blend. Researchers will measure changes in growth and blood nutrient levels to see which supplement works better.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Kesho Congo

    Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo

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