DIET HABIT

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 drank at least 200 calories of sugary drinks daily took part. Half got the iSIPsmarter program on their phone, and the othe…

This study tested a weight maintenance program delivered through a patient portal. Adults who had already lost at least 5% of their body weight were randomly assigned to track their weight, diet, and activity with or without coaching from routine healthcare staff. The goal was to…

This study tested a program called Generation Healthy Kids in 24 Danish schools with over 1,300 children aged 6-11. The program included changes at school and in the community to promote healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, and less screen time. The goal was to help children…

This study tested whether including fathers in parenting support during pregnancy and the first year of life can help prevent childhood obesity and improve health for the whole family. Researchers enrolled 657 parents from diverse backgrounds and randomly assigned them to either …

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. The program focused on healthy eating, physical activity, sleep, and addressing social factors that af…

This study tested whether having a romantic partner or a close friend/family member attend medical appointments with a patient improves outcomes after weight loss surgery. Researchers enrolled 63 adults preparing for bariatric surgery and randomly assigned some to bring a support…

This study looked at how eating ultra-processed foods (like packaged snacks and sugary drinks) affects hunger-related hormones and thinking skills. Twenty adults ate only ultra-processed foods for 3 days and only unprocessed foods for another 3 days. Researchers measured hormones…

This study followed 42 adults with spinal cord injury for one year after leaving rehab. Researchers tracked 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 he…

This study looked at whether eating walnuts can change the bacteria in your gut and reduce signs of colon cancer risk. About 140 adults at higher risk for colorectal cancer added walnuts to their diet for a month. Researchers measured changes in gut bacteria, inflammation, and su…

This study examined the link between diet, physical activity, and oral health in 160 children aged 3-14. Researchers checked for tooth decay and gum health, and compared these to how closely children followed a Mediterranean diet. The goal was to see if healthier eating habits ar…