Insect powder for children with malnutrition
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This study tests whether a powder made from insect larvae (Tenebrio molitor) can help improve the nutrition of children with chronic malnutrition in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. If your child qualifies, they would receive this special nutritional supplement.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be diagnosed with chronic malnutrition (low weight or BMI for their age).
- Your family must agree to take part and sign a permission form.
- Your child cannot have a serious illness right now that could interfere with the study.
- Your child must not have allergies to any of the ingredients in the nutritional powder.
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