Picky eating in hospital: a hidden cause of malnutrition in kids?

NCT ID NCT06330025

First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looked at why hospitalized children aged 2 to 8 eat less, focusing on food pickiness and neophobia (fear of new foods). Researchers measured how much food children ate 48 hours after admission and asked parents about their child's usual eating habits. The goal was to see if picky eating and family background affect food intake during hospital stays, which could help improve care for malnourished children.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant de Lyon

    Bron, Bron, 69677, France

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