Spud-tacular strategy: potatoes may boost veggie intake in preschoolers
NCT ID NCT07358390
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether serving potatoes with vegetables—either mixed together or as a first course—can help preschoolers eat more veggies and avoid overeating. About 200 children aged 2-6 from Head Start classrooms will participate. Researchers will measure how much vegetable and main dish they eat, and how much they like the food.
What this could mean
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Active substance
potato dishes
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show simple ways to use potatoes to help young children eat more vegetables and improve their overall diet.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to all children or settings, and the effect on long-term diet is unknown.
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Pennsylvania State University
University Park, Pennsylvania, 16802, United States