Testing a special food for malnutrition recovery in children
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests if a special food made from chickpeas, soy, banana, and peanut can help children with moderate or severe malnutrition recover fully and stay healthy. It is for children who do not need hospital care and can eat the food safely.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 6 and 59 months old
- Your child must have a mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) reading between 115 mm and 125 mm for moderate malnutrition OR less than 115 mm for severe malnutrition
- Your child must be eating well and have a normal appetite
- Your child must not have any serious medical problems requiring hospital care
- Your child must not be allergic to chickpeas, soy, bananas, or peanuts
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