FOOD INSECURITY

This study gave 154 pregnant Latina women in Hartford a monthly allowance to buy fruits and vegetables for 10 months, plus nutrition education and text reminders. The goal was to see if this "produce prescription" would increase how much produce they bought and ate, and reduce fo…

This study tested a 12-week food program designed around each person's needs and preferences for adults who have high blood pressure and struggle to afford enough food. Researchers wanted to see if this personalized approach could improve diet and lower blood pressure. The study …

This study tested whether adding nutrition coaching to an existing community health worker program helps patients with high blood pressure and food insecurity. Sixty adults from primary care clinics took part in a 4-month program that included education, medication support, and h…

This study tested whether providing medically tailored meals and nutrition support for six months can improve blood sugar levels and reduce food insecurity in adults with type 2 diabetes. 281 participants received either the food support program or usual care. The goal was to see…

This study gave fruit and vegetable vouchers to 19 young kidney transplant patients (ages 2-25) who had trouble affording food. For six months, they used the vouchers to buy fresh produce. The goal was to see if this improved their diet satisfaction and health. The program aimed …

This study looked at whether providing diabetes patients who are at risk for food insecurity with debit cards for fruits and vegetables, plus nutrition education, could improve their blood sugar control and reduce emergency room visits. Over 2,000 adults from a diabetes registry …

This study tested whether painting metal roofs with a special reflective coating (cool roofs) can lower indoor temperatures and improve health in Niue. 288 adults living in single-story homes with metal roofs took part. Researchers measured heart rate, blood sugar, depression, an…

This study looked at 105 adults who have both obesity and trouble affording enough food. Everyone got standard weight-loss counseling, but some also got food vouchers or free home-delivered groceries that fit a healthy diet. The goal was to see if adding food help leads to more w…

This study gave 580 Native American adults and children in the Osage Nation a weekly box of fresh produce along with healthy recipes and cooking materials. The goal was to see if this program could improve diet, lower blood pressure, and reduce health risks like obesity and food …

This study looked at two ways to help adults with low income and heart-related health problems get more fruits and vegetables. One group got money added to a rewards account to buy produce, and the other got free produce boxes delivered to their home. The goal was to see which me…

This study looked at whether giving people more money each month to buy fruits and vegetables helps them actually use the benefit and eat healthier. 242 adults in Stockton, California were randomly assigned to receive $40, $80, or $110 per month for 6 months. Researchers tracked …

This study tested whether providing medically tailored meals, grocery vouchers, or a combination can improve health in low-resource families. 56 adults and children with food insecurity and conditions like type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure took part. Researchers measured cha…

This study looked at whether giving free produce vouchers to adults with chronic kidney disease who also have trouble affording food can improve their health and quality of life. One hundred participants were randomly assigned to receive vouchers every two weeks for six months or…

This study tested whether delivering healthy food boxes along with simple educational materials could help people with type 2 diabetes who also struggle with food insecurity. About 100 adults with high blood sugar levels took part. The goal was to improve diet, increase physical …

This pilot study tested a mobile app designed to help adults who struggle with binge eating, have type 2 diabetes, and face food insecurity. The goal was to see if the app was easy to use and helpful for managing eating and weight. Thirty-one people took part, and researchers mea…

This study tested a program that delivers boxes of healthy groceries to low-income families with young children in the South Bronx. The goal was to see if the program could improve access to nutritious foods that fit families' cultural needs. Researchers worked with 27 families t…

This study tested whether a program that teaches people about healthy lifestyles can improve their heart health and help with food insecurity. 460 adults from vulnerable populations took part. The program focused on increasing health knowledge to encourage better eating, exercise…

This study looked at whether giving low-income families in British Columbia more money to spend at farmers' markets helps them eat better and feel more food secure. About 276 parents and their children were split into three groups, receiving either the usual $27 per week or highe…

This study looked at how stress affects eating habits in 453 adults from Los Angeles who experience food insecurity. Participants were exposed to a stressful situation and a calm one, then offered a buffet of high-sugar, high-fat foods. Researchers measured the stress hormone cor…

This study tested whether sending text messages with food resource information to families of recently hospitalized children is more effective than giving them a paper handout. Over 600 caregivers participated. The goal was to see if the text message approach helped more families…

This study gave 40 low-income families in rural Maine free meal kits with 10 healthy meals per week for 4 weeks, plus a cooking app. Researchers wanted to see if this was practical and if it could reduce stress, improve family life, and boost nutrition. The goal was to learn whet…