DIET, HEALTHY

This study tests whether eating whole foods (like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains) can reduce body fat in teens with obesity. About 60 adolescents aged 10-18 will be randomly assigned to either a whole foods diet or their usual diet for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure chan…

This study tests a 24-week program called Black Impact for Black men with below-ideal heart health. Participants will take part in weekly physical activity, health education, and work with a coach and trainer. The goal is to see if the program improves heart health and reduces st…

This study tests a program called FEAST Perinatal Support Program, which helps pregnant women eat healthier and feel better. It is for 40 pregnant adults who qualify for food assistance. The program includes group classes, skill-building, and grocery gift cards to make healthy ea…

This study looks at whether adding sleep coaching to a diet and exercise program can improve heart health, especially blood pressure. About 150 adults with high blood pressure from underserved NYC neighborhoods will take part. The program includes sleep education, a Fitbit tracke…

This study tests a web and mobile program called Healthy Together ("Juntos") for Hispanic teens aged 12-15 and their parents. The goal is to prevent unhealthy weight gain and improve physical activity and diet. About 750 families will use the program to see if it helps teens stay…

This study looks at how parents can best help children aged 4 to 5 who are naturally drawn to food avoid unhealthy eating and obesity. Researchers will test different parenting strategies with 416 families to see which ones work best. The goal is to find simple, effective ways to…

This study tests whether providing extra money specifically for healthy foods during pregnancy can help prevent too much weight gain and related problems like high blood pressure and diabetes. About 1,440 pregnant women will either get standard care or extra funds (up to $3,000) …

This pilot study tests whether a 12-week family-centered whole foods diet (without calorie counting) can help prevent type 2 diabetes in adults with prediabetes and improve eating habits for both adults and children. About 30 adult-child pairs will participate, with half receivin…

This study tests whether following a Mediterranean-style diet for 18 months is practical and beneficial for people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will see if the diet is easy to stick with and if it leads to changes in gut bacteria or Parkinson's symptoms. About 40 partici…

This study is testing whether a high-protein, low-calorie diet before weight-loss surgery is safe and well-tolerated. Researchers will monitor 200 adults with severe obesity for side effects like low blood cell counts or muscle loss. The goal is to see if this diet can reduce liv…

This study tests a program that gives free fruits and vegetables to families in rural North Carolina to help them eat healthier. About 30 parents and children ages 8 to 14 will take part. Researchers will measure changes in diet, food security, and health markers like blood press…

This study is testing whether a web and mobile phone program can help Hispanic women who have had breast, uterine, or ovarian cancer, along with their adult daughters, become more active and eat better. The program includes 8 online modules. The main goal is to see if families fi…