NCT05869760 Baylor Infant and Toddler Biomarker of Nutrition Study
| NCT ID | NCT05869760 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Baylor College of Medicine |
| Condition | Healthy Nutrition |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 208 participants |
| Start Date | 2023-06-26 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-11-30 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 208 participants in total. It began in 2023-06-26 with a primary completion date of 2027-11-30.
⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.
Brief Summary
Young children rely on their foods and drinks for the nutrients they need to grow, like energy, protein, vitamins, and minerals. In addition to nutrients, there are substances in fruits, vegetables, milk and formula, called phytochemicals, that can support health. While researchers know more about the role of phytochemicals in adult health, researchers know surprisingly little about how phytochemicals can support health in young children. One group of phytochemicals are called the carotenoids. Carotenoids are responsible for the red, orange, and yellow colors in some fruits and vegetables. In adults, carotenoids can support visual function. Researchers also know that measuring levels of carotenoids in the blood or optically in the skin, can serve as an indirect measurement of what child and adults eat. The purpose of this study is to determine how a child's usual intake of carotenoids is related to their visual development and their blood and skin levels of carotenoids. The study involves 6 visits. For each visit, we will ask about the child's recent diet, will measure their body size, collect a blood sample, collect optical measurements of their skin, and will test how sharp their vision is.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * healthy * born at term (more than or equal to 37 weeks gestation) * between the 1st to 99th weight for age percentile at 3 months of age * participating guardian speaks, reads, and understands English * guardian categorizes child as non-Hispanic white, Hispanic white, Asian, or non-Hispanic Black Exclusion Criteria: * physician-diagnosed metabolic, absorptive, or endocrine condition * diagnosed food intolerance or allergy * has a sibling enrolled in the study
Contact & Investigator
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT05869760 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 3 Months or older, up to 24 Months, studying Healthy Nutrition. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT05869760 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT05869760 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at nancy.moran@bcm.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT05869760 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Houston, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT05869760 clinical trial?
NCT05869760 is sponsored by Baylor College of Medicine. The trial plans to enroll 208 participants.