Free school meals: a recipe for healthier, happier kids?
NCT ID NCT07389421
First seen Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 24, 2026 · Updated 23 times
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.
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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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