Can a better diet during malnutrition recovery rewire a Child's brain?
NCT ID NCT05629624
First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether specially designed nutritional supplements can improve thinking skills and emotional control in young children in Bangladesh who have moderate malnutrition. About 300 children aged 1 to 3 years receive either standard or enhanced nutritional supplements along with a psychosocial stimulation program. Researchers measure changes in brain activity and development using tests and brain imaging.
What this could mean
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Active substance
special nutritional supplements (E-RUSF and E-SQLNS) plus psychosocial stimulation
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that targeted nutrition during early childhood recovery from malnutrition can improve brain development and emotional regulation.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply broadly. The supplements may not outperform standard feeds, and long-term benefits remain uncertain.
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Locations
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International Centre for Diarrheal Disease Research
Dhaka, Bangladesh