Clinical Trial: Baylor Infant and Toddler Biomarker of Nutrition Study
Study Status: Completed
Recruit Status: RECRUITING
Condition: Healthy Nutrition
Study Type: OBSERVATIONAL
Official Title: Observational Validation of Skin Carotenoid Biomarker of Infant and Toddler Carotenoid Intake
Brief Summary:
Young children rely on their foods and drinks for the nutrients they need to grow, like energy, protein, vitamins, and minerals.In addition to nutrients, there are substances in fruits, vegetables, milk and formula, called phytochemicals, that can support health.While researchers know more about the role of phytochemicals in adult health, researchers know surprisingly little about how phytochemicals can support health in young children.One group of phytochemicals are called the carotenoids.Carotenoids are…
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