Diet Quality and Cognitive Control Function in Early Childhood: A Pilot Study

Diet Quality and Cognitive Control Function in Early Childhood: A Pilot Study

This study aims to study the relationship between diet and cognitive function among 4-5-year-olds.

Children's ability for optimal cognitive function is critical for their long-term capacity to learn and achieve scholastic success. However, there is a gap in the knowledge pertaining to the selection of appropriate cognitive tasks for studying relationships between diet and cognitive control, particularly among young children. Accordingly, this study aims to study the relationship between diet and cognitive function using a standardized neuropsychological assessment and a modified cognitive task battery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Parental consent
• Child Assent
• 4 and 5 years of age
• Absence of neurological disorders
• Normal or corrected-to-normal vision

Exclusion Criteria:

• Younger than 4 and older than 5 years of age
• Presence of neurological disorders
• Uncorrected vision