Clinical Research Directory

BEP Targeting Strategies in Ethiopia

The goal of this randomized effectiveness study is to evaluate the different targeting strategies for the delivery of balanced energy and protein (BEP) supplements among pregnant women in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The main goals of the study are to: 1) determine the effectiveness of two individual-based antenatal BEP targeting strategies for preventing adverse pregnancy outcomes; 2) compare the cost-effectiveness of the universal BEP provision with two individual-based targeting strategies for preventing adverse pregnancy outcomes; and 3) generate implementation evidence regarding the feasibility and acceptability of different antenatal BEP targeting strategies. Pregnant women will be enrolled during pregnancy, assigned to different strategies of BEP supplementation, and followed from pregnancy through six weeks postpartum to evaluate the impacts of different BEP targeting strategies on pregnancy, maternal, and child outcomes.

Maternal Under-nutrition and Effect of Amaranth Grain Flat-bread on Anemia

Introduction: In Ethiopia, maternal malnutrition is a severe public health issue. Underweight and anaemia are the two most common nutritional problems in pregnant women, and they often coexist. Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study will be undertaken on a sample of 528 pregnant women in their first trimester to investigate the prevalence of anemia and associated risk factors, as well as the prevalence of co-existing anemia and undernutrition. Following that, a six-month parallel-group community-based randomized controlled trial will be conducted among 306 anemic women to assess the effect of locally prepared amaranth grain flatbread on hemoglobin concentration and anemia prevalence when compared to maize bread, which is commonly consumed among pregnant women.