the Effect of High Caloric Oral Nutritional Supplements on Growth and Development of Malnourished Children
The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate the effect of high caloric oral nutritional supplements on body proportion, weight, linear growth pattern, neuropsychological development level and related health aspects (gut health, immune function, quality of life, etc.) in participants aged 1 to 3 years who are malnourished (underweight and wasting),as well as to evaluate the safety of applying high caloric oral nutritional supplements. Participants will receive nutritional education and daily high caloric oral nutritional supplements(experimental group),or will receive nutritional education and dietary instruction(control group).This study may provide data to support the development of clinical intervention strategies for malnourished Chinese children.
• Aged 1-3 years
• BMI for Age Z-score\<-2
• Height-for-age z score\<-2
• Total daily energy intake\<75% of recommended nutrient intake
• The child's guardian is willing to participate in this study and sign an informed consent form.