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Quality of Home Packed School Lunch Among Children Attending Kindergarten School in Jimma Zone, South West Ethiopia, 2026

RecruitingNAAges 4 Years - 7 YearsAllJimma University
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

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.

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
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.
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What it tests

  • Nutrition education
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Where

1 site
Jimma University
Jimma, Ethiopia
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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