NUTRITION

This study tests a school-based program called Strong Teens for Healthy Schools Change Club. It empowers middle school students to improve their physical activity and healthy eating habits, with the goal of reducing heart disease risk. About 500 students from diverse backgrounds …

This study tests whether adding a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and nutrition counseling to a food-as-medicine program helps adults with type 2 diabetes and food insecurity better manage their blood sugar. Sixty participants will be split into two groups: one gets the standard…

This study looks at how GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 medications affect what people eat, their metabolism, and behavior over a year. About 100 adults with overweight or obesity will be followed before starting treatment and at 3, 6, and 12 months. Researchers will measure weight loss, bod…

This study compares three different programs to help pregnant women maintain a healthy weight and avoid keeping on too much weight after giving birth. About 795 women who are early in pregnancy will join one of two special programs or receive standard care. The programs provide n…

This study tests a smartphone app designed to help cancer patients manage their nutrition. Researchers will enroll 84 adults with cancer who are at nutritional risk. Participants will use the app to track their diet and receive guidance from nutritionists, with the goal of improv…

This study looks at whether delivering healthy food and teaching kitchen skills at home can improve blood pressure and nutrition in adults who have high blood pressure and struggle to afford enough food. About 200 people aged 35-75 will take part. Researchers will compare those w…

This study is testing a program called Healthy School Recognized Campus in Texas public schools. The goal is to help kids in 4th through 9th grade become more physically active and eat healthier foods. Researchers will measure changes in body mass index (BMI) and fruit/vegetable …

This study compares low-glycemic index (GI) carbohydrates to standard whole grains in a Mediterranean diet for 40 adults with high triglycerides. The goal is to see if low-GI carbs improve a key marker of metabolic and cardiovascular risk. Participants will try both types of carb…

This study tests whether special mouth exercises and a feeding schedule based on the baby's natural body clock help preterm infants (born 29-33 weeks) learn to feed by mouth, gain weight, and transition to full oral feeding. Researchers will assess 54 stable preterm babies over 1…

This study looks at how body composition, sleep, diet, and physical fitness are connected in ROTC cadets. Researchers will test body fat, muscle quality, and fitness levels, and ask cadets about their sleep and eating habits. The goal is to find better ways to measure body compos…

This study looks at how different diets—vegan, vegetarian, and omnivorous—relate to heart and metabolic health in adults living in Rosario, Argentina. Researchers will measure things like cholesterol, blood sugar, body fat, and nutrient levels in 105 healthy adults who have follo…

This study looks at how what children eat affects their growth and development in remote farming communities in Swat, Pakistan. Researchers will follow 832 children from birth to age 5, measuring their height, weight, head size, and developmental skills. The goal is to understand…

This study looks at how body composition (muscle vs fat) affects physical performance in college cheerleaders and dancers who are at a normal weight. Researchers will measure jump height, muscle strength, sleep quality, and nutrition habits over 7 days. The goal is to understand …

This study is for 8,000 adults who want to help scientists understand why people react differently to food. Researchers will use artificial intelligence to analyze data from diet tests, blood samples, and daily habits. The goal is to create a computer model that can predict how a…

This study is testing whether a smartphone app can help firefighters improve their sleep, thinking, and overall well-being. About 50 firefighters will use the app and report on their sleep habits. The goal is to see if the program is easy to use and helpful for this group.

This study looks at whether warning labels on sugary drinks affect people's biases about weight. About 543 adults will shop in a pretend store and answer surveys over four weekly visits. The goal is to see if these labels change how people judge others with obesity. No treatment …

This study is testing everyday treatments used in intensive care units (ICUs), like medicines to raise blood pressure, platelet transfusions, and nutrition plans. About 5,500 critically ill adults will be randomly assigned to different approaches to see which ones lead to better …

This study looks at the nutritional health of 200 people who have had a stem cell transplant. Researchers will measure body composition, food intake, and blood protein levels over six months. The goal is to understand how nutrition affects recovery and long-term survival.

This study tests an online platform designed to help teenagers from low-income backgrounds eat healthier, be more active, and sit less. About 1000 students from six schools in Central Catalonia will take part. The program includes tools for teens, parents, and teachers, and the s…