How early nutrition affects health and cognitive function into middle age
The impact of early-life nutrition on socioeconomic status, physical health and cognitive function through middle age
This study looks at how the food we eat when we're young can affect our health, thinking skills, and financial well-being as we grow older, and it follows people from childhood into their 40s to see these changes over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11045012 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term effects of early-life nutrition on physical health, cognitive function, and socioeconomic status as individuals transition into middle age. By utilizing data from a historical nutritional supplementation program in Guatemala, the study aims to understand how early nutritional interventions can influence health outcomes and cognitive abilities later in life. Participants will be followed from childhood into their 40s to assess changes in these areas over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who experienced nutritional interventions during childhood and are currently between the ages of 47 and 64.
Not a fit: Patients who did not receive any nutritional supplementation during their early years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide insights into how improving early nutrition can lead to better health and cognitive outcomes in adulthood.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that early-life nutrition significantly impacts health and cognitive outcomes, suggesting that this approach is grounded in established findings.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Stein, Aryeh David — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Stein, Aryeh David
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.