| CTRI Number |
CTRI/2025/07/091500 [Registered on: 23/07/2025] Trial Registered Prospectively |
| Last Modified On: |
22/07/2025 |
| Post Graduate Thesis |
Yes |
| Type of Trial |
Interventional |
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Type of Study
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Other (Specify) [Comparision between pre and post questionnaire ] |
| Study Design |
Other |
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Public Title of Study
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Education intervention regarding health benefits of microgreens |
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Scientific Title of Study
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Impact of nutrition education program regarding microgreens in nutrition and dietetics students |
| Trial Acronym |
Nil |
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Secondary IDs if Any
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| Secondary ID |
Identifier |
| Nill |
NIL |
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Details of Principal Investigator or overall Trial Coordinator (multi-center study)
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| Name |
Ishwari Jadhav |
| Designation |
Student |
| Affiliation |
Dr BMN college of home science |
| Address |
Dr. BMN College of Home Science, Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, 338 R.A. Kidwai Marg, Matunga East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400019
Mumbai
MAHARASHTRA
400019
India |
| Phone |
8828726427 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
jadhavishwari066@gmail.com |
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Details of Contact Person
Scientific Query
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| Name |
Dr Neha Sanwalka |
| Designation |
Associate professor |
| Affiliation |
Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute, Jehangir Hospital |
| Address |
Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute.
Block V Lower Basement Jehangir Hospital,
32 Sassoon Road, Pune Station.
Pune
Pune
MAHARASHTRA
411001
India |
| Phone |
8108009900 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
neha.sanwalka@gmail.com |
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Details of Contact Person
Public Query
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| Name |
Dr Neha Sanwalka |
| Designation |
Associate professor |
| Affiliation |
Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute, Jehangir Hospital |
| Address |
Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute.
Block V Lower Basement Jehangir Hospital,
32 Sassoon Road, Pune Station.
Pune
Pune
MAHARASHTRA
411001
India |
| Phone |
8108009900 |
| Fax |
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| Email |
neha.sanwalka@gmail.com |
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Source of Monetary or Material Support
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Primary Sponsor
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| Name |
Ishwari Jadhav |
| Address |
338 R A Kidwai Marg Matunga East Mumbai Maharashtra 400019 |
| Type of Sponsor |
Other [Self] |
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Details of Secondary Sponsor
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Countries of Recruitment
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India |
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Sites of Study
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| No of Sites = 1 |
| Name of Principal
Investigator |
Name of Site |
Site Address |
Phone/Fax/Email |
| Dr Rupali Sengupta |
Dr. BMN College of Home Science |
Dr. BMN College of Home Science, Department of Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, 338 R.A. Kidwai Marg, Matunga East, Mumbai, 400019
Mumbai
MAHARASHTRA |
98924 15789
rupali@bmncollege.com |
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Details of Ethics Committee
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| No of Ethics Committees= 1 |
| Name of Committee |
Approval Status |
| Seva mandal education society institutional ethical committee |
Approved |
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Regulatory Clearance Status from DCGI
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Health Condition / Problems Studied
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| Health Type |
Condition |
| Healthy Human Volunteers |
From nutrition and dietetics |
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Intervention / Comparator Agent
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| Type |
Name |
Details |
| Comparator Agent |
Baseline knowledge and attitude questions |
Questions are based on detailed knowledge about microgreens |
| Intervention |
Nutritiona education program |
The study aimed to educate nutrition and dietetics students about microgreens through a structured, in-person program. The program included interactive sessions on knowledge, cultivation, nutritional profile, health benefits, and practical demonstrations. Total there are 5 sessions. 200 is total sample size. From that 200 in intervention program includes 100 paricipants. Pre- and post-intervention questionnaires assessed changes in knowledge and attitudes. |
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Inclusion Criteria
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| Age From |
19.00 Year(s) |
| Age To |
25.00 Year(s) |
| Gender |
Both |
| Details |
Nutrition and Dietetics students either in third year of graduation or pursuing Masters
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| ExclusionCriteria |
| Details |
Students from other majors
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Method of Generating Random Sequence
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Not Applicable |
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Method of Concealment
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Not Applicable |
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Blinding/Masking
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Not Applicable |
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Primary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
| To evaluate the effectiveness of a nutrition education program in enhancing knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding microgreens among Nutrition and Dietetics students |
Within 4 months |
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Secondary Outcome
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| Outcome |
TimePoints |
1. To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of microgreens in nutrition and dietetics students
2. To develop a nutrition education program & e-book on health benefits of microgreens
3. To educate and create awareness on the potential health benefits of microgreens in nutrition and dietetics students
4. To study the impact of nutrition education program on knowledge regarding microgreens |
3 to 4 months |
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Target Sample Size
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Total Sample Size="200"
Sample Size from India="200"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (Total)= "Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (India)="Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials" |
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Phase of Trial
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N/A |
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Date of First Enrollment (India)
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15/08/2025 |
| Date of Study Completion (India) |
Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials |
| Date of First Enrollment (Global) |
Date Missing |
| Date of Study Completion (Global) |
Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials |
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Estimated Duration of Trial
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Years="0"
Months="2"
Days="0" |
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Recruitment Status of Trial (Global)
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Not Yet Recruiting |
| Recruitment Status of Trial (India) |
Not Yet Recruiting |
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Publication Details
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N/A |
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Individual Participant Data (IPD) Sharing Statement
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Will individual participant data (IPD) be shared publicly (including data dictionaries)?
Response - NO
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Brief Summary
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This cross-sectional review aims to assess the impact of a nutrition education program on the awareness and understanding of microgreens among students of nutrition and dietetics. In the context of increasing nutrient deficiencies, poor dietary diversity, and widespread use of chemically treated produce, microgreens have emerged as a sustainable, accessible, and nutrient-dense food option.The review encompasses a comprehensive analysis of the cultivation techniques, nutritional composition, and health-promoting properties of microgreens. Rich in essential vitamins (A, C, E, and K), minerals, antioxidants, and bioactive phytochemicals, microgreens have demonstrated potential in the prevention and management of various chronic conditions, including obesity, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and certain types of cancer. Also compares microgreens with sprouts, baby greens, and mature plants, highlighting their superior nutrient profile and lower risk of contamination. The review also examines factors influencing consumer acceptance and the practical applications of microgreens in daily diets.The findings underscore the importance of incorporating microgreens into nutrition education curricula. By enhancing student knowledge and practical awareness, such programs can strengthen future dietitians’ ability to advocate for functional foods and contribute to evidence-based dietary interventions aimed at improving public health outcomes. |