Can a free meal delivery service improve diet and reduce loneliness?

NCT ID NCT06160973

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study looked at the best way to provide medically tailored meals to families. Researchers compared giving meals to just one person versus the whole household, and using a dedicated driver versus a commercial shipper. The goal was to see which approach improves diet quality and reduces loneliness. About 100 people took part, and the results will help design future meal programs.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

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