Malnutrition in all its forms is still a problem in resource limited settings including Kenya driven by low diet quality, food preparation and feeding practices including hygiene. Edible insects are currently of interest in alleviating malnutrition due to their energy density, high protein, vitamins and micronutrients (iron, zinc). Among the insects of preference are the crickets which have been shown to encourage the growth of probiotics (Bifidobacterium animalis) which support gut health increasing nutrient absorption and reduces systemic inflammation. Despite the nutritional value of insects and the contribution of cricket to improved gut health, there is limited evidence on the benefit of cricket based complementary food in the reduction of stunting amongst infants and young children. This study aim to determine the effect of integrating two nutrition interventions (cricket enriched porridge with nutrition education) on the infant and young child growth (stunting) and gut health in Alego Usonga Sub-County in Siaya County of rural western part of Kenya.
Age range
6 Months – 7 Months
Sex
ALL
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Stunting (Height/Length for age Z scores)
Timeframe: 8 months