Free school meals: a recipe for healthier, happier kids?

NCT ID NCT07389421

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Copenhagen Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how a national program providing free school meals affects the health, well-being, and learning of Danish children aged 10 to 15. Over 3,200 kids from schools offering free meals will be compared to those without. Researchers will track changes in quality of life, mental health, and cognitive skills over 1.5 years, using surveys and health measurements.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: free school meals (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that providing free, nutritious school meals improves children's health, well-being, and learning, and may help reduce social inequalities.
What could go wrong: This is an observational natural experiment, not a controlled trial, so results may be influenced by other factors. The study is not yet recruiting and outcomes are based on questionnaires and cognitive tests, which may not capture long-term effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Feeding Behavior Pediatric Obesity

As listed by the trial registrant

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CHILDHOOD OBESITY CHILDHOOD OBESITY PEVENTION COGNITIVE ABILITIES DIET HABITS HEALTHY WELL-BEING/QUALITY OF LIFE

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