Online coaching for parents boosts kids' veggie intake
NCT ID NCT04591496
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed trial tested a web-based program called SmartFeeding4Kids that helps parents of 2-6 year-olds use better feeding practices. 260 families participated, with parents setting goals, tracking their child's eating, and getting personalized feedback. The goal was to increase fruits and vegetables and reduce sugary foods.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- behavioral change intervention
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, online tool for parents to encourage healthier eating in young children.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed trial, but results may not apply to all families or cultures. The intervention relies on parent self-reporting, which can be biased.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Faculdade de Psicologia, Universidade de Lisboa
Lisbon, 1649-013, Portugal