NCT07506772 Quality of Home Packed School Lunch Among Children Attending Kindergarten School in Jimma Zone, South West Ethiopia, 2026
| NCT ID | NCT07506772 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Jimma University |
| Condition | Healthy Eating |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 451 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-01-01 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-06-24 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 451 participants in total. It began in 2026-01-01 with a primary completion date of 2026-06-24.
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Brief Summary
A balanced diet is critical for preschool aged children; meals must be sufficiently diverse to provide the essential nutrients required for rapid physical and cognitive development. Because dietary habits established in early childhood often persist into adulthood, prioritizing this age group is a cost-effective investment in long-term national health and productivity. However, the National Food Consumption Survey in Ethiopia indicates a significant gap in dietary quality, with only 20% of households across all age groups consuming five or more food groups. Implementing multi-component nutrition interventions is essential, as these strategies significantly influence both the eating habits and dietary preferences of preschool children.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion criteria * Children aged 4-7 years attending kindergarten schools in the selected clusters. * Parents or caregivers willing to provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Students who will not finish the school year/intervention semister in the selected cluster/school. * Mothers/caregivers who will not give consent for the participation in the study will be excluded.
Contact & Investigator
Yordanos Bekele Tadesse, MSc
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Jimma University, Mizan Tepi University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07506772 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 4 Years or older, up to 7 Years, studying Healthy Eating. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07506772 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07506772 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at yordybeke@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07506772 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Jimma, Ethiopia.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07506772 clinical trial?
NCT07506772 is sponsored by Jimma University. The principal investigator is Yordanos Bekele Tadesse, MSc at Jimma University, Mizan Tepi University. The trial plans to enroll 451 participants.