STUNTING

This study tested whether adding nutrition education, supplements, and hygiene items (like soap) to an existing farming program could reduce stunting and anemia in pregnant women and their children in rural Kenya. About 1,200 pregnant women took part, and their children were foll…

This study tested whether giving cash to families in food-insecure areas of Somalia could prevent malnutrition in children under 5 and their mothers. Over 3,300 families received different types of cash assistance. Researchers measured children's arm size and weight to see if the…

This study tested whether giving infants in rural Zimbabwe extra nutrient-rich foods (like beans, moringa, and egg powder) along with standard supplements helps them get enough energy and grow better. 192 babies joined the trial at 5-6 months old. The main goal was to see if more…

This study looked at whether giving pregnant women in Bangladesh a special balanced energy and protein supplement (BEP) could help babies be born healthier. Over 3,000 women were split into groups: some got the BEP supplement, some got it only if they were underweight, and some g…

This study looked at whether community health workers visiting pregnant women at home in rural South Africa could improve health for both mothers and children. About 1,490 women took part, with some areas getting the home-visit program and others not. Researchers tracked things l…