Can a free produce box improve heart health for immigrant families?
NCT ID NCT07076251
First seen Jun 07, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study is testing a program that gives Chinese American families in New York City monthly boxes of whole grains, legumes, and produce, along with recipes and children's books. The goal is to see if this culturally tailored program can improve diet and family togetherness, and ultimately help reduce heart disease and diabetes in this community. The study involves 72 adults who are parents of young children and will track changes in their eating habits and food security.
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NYU Langone Health
New York, New York, 10016, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Family Box program (subsidized produce and dry ingredient boxes with recipes and books)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could point toward a community-based way to improve diet and family well-being in immigrant communities, potentially reducing heart disease and diabetes risks.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 72 participants, so results may not apply to other groups. It measures dietary changes through questionnaires, not actual health outcomes, and the program's long-term impact is unknown.
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