Observational Study Highlights: How ChilRun full Supports Children's Growth and Development

Introduction

Childhood growth is influenced by multiple factors, including proper nutrition. A recently concluded, prospective, multicentric, in-clinic observational study conducted across 50 sites in India explored the role of ChilRun full, a 37-nutrient based oral nutritional supplement, in enhancing growth and development in children aged two years and above.

This blog summarizes the methodology, detailed findings, and conclusions from this important study.

Study Overview

• Location: 50 sites in the eastern part of India.
• Participants: 665 children (365 males and 300 females), median age 4.88 ± 0.5 years.
• Supplementation: ChilRun full administered twice daily mixed with milk or water for 90 days.
• Assessment Points: Baseline (Day 0), Day 30, Day 60, and Day 90.
• Parameters Measured: Height, weight, and Body Mass Index (BMI).
• Growth Analysis: Z-score method using the Khadilkar (2015) growth chart.
• Design: Post-marketing, prospective, multicentric, observational study.

What is ChilRun full?

ChilRun full is a scientifically designed nutritional supplement created to support physical and cognitive development in children aged 2 years and above. It delivers a balanced combination of:

• Macronutrients: Proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.
  

• Micronutrients: Essential vitamins (Vitamin D, Vitamin K2) and minerals (calcium, iron, zinc).
  
  

• Additional Nutrients:
  

Linoleic acid

Alpha-linolenic acid

Prebiotics (FOS)

Probiotics (Lactobacillus acidophilus)

This formulation aims to meet the diverse nutritional needs crucial for the healthy growth of children.

Key Findings

The continuous use of ChilRun full for 90 days produced substantial, consistent improvements across all anthropometric measurements, with a similar growth trend compared to WHO data.

Detailed Results by Age Group

2–3 years

• Height: Increased from 95.96 cm to 97.57 cm (+1.67%)
• Weight: Increased from 15.09 kg to 16.25 kg (+7.69%)
• BMI: Increased from 16.14 to 16.87 (+4.52%)
  
  

4–6 years

• Height: Increased from 110.31 cm to 111.75 cm (+1.31%)
• Weight: Increased from 21.50 kg to 22.54 kg (+4.84%)
• BMI: Increased from 17.46 to 17.83 (+2.12%)
  
  

7–9 years

• Height: Increased from 123.91 cm to 125.26 cm (+1.09%)
• Weight: Increased from 25.56 kg to 26.91 kg (+1.37%)
• BMI: Increased from 16.60 to 17.09 (+2.95%)
  Other Critical Observations
  
• Z-Score Analysis:
  
  

• • Height, weight, and BMI Z-scores showed consistent improvement across all age groups.

  • Indicated excellent growth outcomes.
    

• Growth Pattern:
  

  • The increase in height, weight, and BMI was linear, demonstrating steady and healthy growth.
    

• Safety and Tolerability:
  

  • ChilRun full was well tolerated by all participants.

  • No adverse events were reported during the 90-day study.

Conclusion

The findings from this observational study clearly indicate that ChilRun full supplementation significantly supports healthy growth and development in children aged 2 years and above.
Its comprehensive nutritional profile led to:

• Meaningful increases in height, weight, and BMI,
• Positive shifts in growth Z-scores,
• Excellent safety and tolerability.
  
  

ChilRun full can thus be confidently recommended as a safe and effective supplement to assist children's physical and cognitive development when used regularly under pediatric supervision.

Reference:
Jain Naveen K, Dheeraj K, Amera K, Patil Chandrashekhar S. Prospective, Multi-centric, In-clinic, Observational Study on ChilRun Full: An Oral Nutritional Supplement for Growth and Development. Indian J Nutri. 2024;11(2): 302.