Nutritional education program for children with celiac disease
Official title: GF-NOURISH (Gluten Free Nutrition Optimization Through Ultra-processed Food Reduction and Improved Strategies for Health)
Run by Boston Children's Hospital · NCT06356220 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a nutrition program for kids with celiac disease to see if teaching them about healthy, gluten-free foods can improve their health and reduce risks from certain gluten-free products.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 2 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Boston Children's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Boston, Massachusetts) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | April 29, 2025 |
| Main results expected | May 2027 |
| Study ends | June 2027 |
| Registry record updated | November 2, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06356220 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 2-18 who have recently been diagnosed with celiac disease.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with allergies to three or more of the top eight food allergens or those with co-morbid conditions requiring dietary modifications may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
The GF-NOURISH program aims to improve the health of children diagnosed with celiac disease by providing nutritional education focused on naturally gluten-free foods while reducing the intake of ultra-processed gluten-free products. The study hypothesizes that this intervention will lead to better health outcomes by minimizing the risks associated with high arsenic levels found in rice-based gluten-free foods. Participants will receive guidance on dietary choices that promote overall well-being and nutritional adequacy. The program is designed for children aged 2-18 who have recently been diagnosed with celiac disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could enhance the nutritional health and quality of life for children with celiac disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have indicated the importance of dietary education in managing celiac disease, suggesting that this approach may yield positive outcomes.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 2-18 years of age with recent celiac disease diagnosis Exclusion Criteria: * Allergic to \<3 of the top 8 food allergens * Co-morbid conditions treated with dietary modifications or that influence nail arsenic values
Where it's running
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Nan Du, MD, MPH
- Email: nan.du@childrens.harvard.edu
- Phone: 617-355-6058
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.