Free veggies for vets: study tests if produce prescriptions lower blood pressure

NCT ID NCT07534501

First seen Apr 28, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will give 1,500 veterans in North Carolina who have trouble affording healthy food a 'produce prescription' — money to buy fruits and vegetables. The goal is to see if this helps lower their blood pressure and reduces hospital visits over 12 months. Participants must have high blood pressure plus diabetes or obesity, and have recently used healthcare services.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Durham VA Health Care System

    Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States

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