The influence of nutrition on respiratory infections in children

The influence of a dietary advice consisting of green vegetables, beef and whole dairy products on recurrent upper respiratory tract infections in children, a randomised controlled trial

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Interventional

Source

NL-OMON

Registry ID

NL-OMON25300

Enrollment

120

Registered

2014-11-07

Start date

2015-01-01

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2024-02-28

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Children aged 1-4 years with recurrent upper respiratory tract infections

Interventions

A nutrient rich diet consisting of beef, green vegetables, whole milk and butter, in age appropriate portions

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: - age 1-4 years - recurrent upper respiratory tract infections - understanding of Dutch language by parents

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: - immunological deficiencies - cow's milk allergy - disorder of intestinal absorption - prophylactic use of antibiotics - disorders requiring a special diet - relevant congenital or anatomical abnormalities

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Average number of days a month with a pediatrician diagnosed upper respiratory tract infection	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
- Immunological changes in bloodtests - Parents' absence of work - Use of antibiotics - Cholesterol values	—

Contacts

Public ContactE.J. Gaag, van der

Pediatrician Geerdinksweg 141

e.gaagvander@zgt.nl

Outcome results

None listed

Source: NL-OMON (via WHO ICTRP)