Addressing malnutrition in mothers and children in Guatemala
An integrated intervention to address the double burden of maternal child malnutrition in Guatemala
This study is looking for ways to help pregnant mothers in rural Indigenous communities in Guatemala gain healthy weight and ensure their children get enough nutrition, by providing food support and guidance to 766 families.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brigham and Women's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11047198 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a comprehensive approach to tackle the dual issues of maternal obesity and child undernutrition in rural Indigenous communities in Guatemala. It aims to implement evidence-based interventions that promote healthy weight gain during pregnancy and prevent undernutrition in children. The project will involve a randomized trial with 766 pregnant mothers and their children, providing both food supplementation and counseling to improve nutritional outcomes. By focusing on integrated, scalable, and affordable solutions, the research seeks to enhance the health of both mothers and their children.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women and their children living in rural Indigenous communities in Guatemala.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the targeted rural Indigenous communities or who are not pregnant may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve nutritional health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases for mothers and their children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing integrated nutritional interventions, but this specific approach is novel in the context of Guatemala.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Brigham and Women's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rohloff, Peter — Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Rohloff, Peter
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.