Flavor-Masked Foods: Making Nutritious Eating Fun for Kids with Autism
Anita Panjwani
Primary Investigator
Brief description of study
This study is looking at how flavor-masked foods might be more acceptable to children with autism. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition that affects how a person thinks, learns, and experiences their surroundings. The purpose of this study is to see if masking strong tastes and smells of certain nutritious foods, like broccoli sprouts and moringa, can encourage children with autism to try them.
All study activities can be completed online at home - no in-person visits or travel is required.
We are inviting parents/caregivers of a child aged 3-12 years who is diagnosed with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to participate.
Detailed description of study
1.) Parents/caregivers will first fill out an online questionnaire about their child's behaviors and food preferences.
2.) Then, based on the responses, we will mail them a set of specially designed snack products to try at home.
- During a video call, caregivers will help their child taste the snacks, guided by the research team.
- The full study will take about 2-2.5 hours total and will be completed within 1-3 weeks.
- Participants will receive compensation for completing all parts of the study.
Eligibility of study
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:
- Conditions: Autism spectrum disorder, ASD
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Age: 3 years - 12 years
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Gender: All
Inclusion criteria:
(1) child aged 3-12 years
(2) autism spectrum disorders (ASD) diagnosis of child, verified by medical record
(3) participant is able to communicate and engage in the tasks
(4) primary language spoken at home is English
(5) parent or primary caregiver willing to participate in research with child
(6) parent or caregiver is >18 years old
(6) family lives within the United States
Exclusion criteria:
(1) allergies or restriction in diet to ingredients in our products
(2) serious illness, injury, or medical condition (e.g. blindness) that limits the participant’s ability to engage in the tasks.
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