DIET HABIT

This study tested whether coaching through a hospital's online patient portal helps adults maintain weight loss after losing at least 5% of their body weight. 269 participants either tracked their weight, diet, and activity on their own or also received coaching from regular clin…

This study tested a program called iSIPsmarter to help adults in rural Appalachia drink fewer sugary beverages like soda and sweet tea. About 249 adults who regularly drank sugary drinks were split into two groups: one used the iSIPsmarter program, and the other used a standard h…

This study tested a program to prevent obesity in mothers and their children from pregnancy through age 2. It involved over 1,600 families at community health centers in Boston, focusing on healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, and addressing social needs. The goal was to red…

This study tested a program to help fathers support healthy eating, sleep, and activity for their babies, starting during pregnancy and continuing until the baby's first birthday. Over 650 families from diverse backgrounds took part. The goal was to prevent rapid weight gain and …

This study looked at whether a Mediterranean diet and weight loss can lower the risk of colorectal cancer in obese African American adults aged 45-75. Participants followed either a Mediterranean diet, a weight loss program, both, or no change for 6 months. Researchers measured c…

This study tested a program called Generation Healthy Kids in 24 Danish schools. Over two school years, the program encouraged healthy eating, more physical activity, better sleep, and less screen time. About 1,372 children aged 6-11 took part. The goal was to see if the program …

This study looked at how eating ultra-processed foods (like packaged snacks and sugary drinks) affects hunger-related hormones and thinking skills. Twenty healthy adults ate either an ultra-processed or unprocessed diet for three days, then switched. Researchers measured hormones…

This completed study examined whether eating a Mediterranean-style diet is linked to better oral health in children. Researchers checked the teeth and gums of 160 kids aged 3 to 14 and compared their eating and exercise habits. The goal was to see if healthier eating patterns cou…

This study looked at whether adding walnuts to your diet can change the bacteria in your gut and reduce signs of colon cancer risk. About 140 people at higher risk for colorectal cancer ate walnuts for a month. Researchers measured changes in gut bacteria, blood markers, and colo…

This study looked at whether having a partner or support person attend clinic visits helps people who are having weight-loss (bariatric) surgery. 63 adults were split into groups: some brought a romantic partner or support figure to visits, others did not. Researchers checked if …

This study followed 42 adults with spinal cord injury for one year after leaving rehab. Researchers measured what they ate, how active they were, and factors like mood and kitchen access to understand why weight gain happens. The goal is to use this information to design better h…