Free groceries delivered to your door may improve diabetes control

NCT ID NCT07529184

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed trial tested whether providing free, healthy food boxes every two weeks for six months could improve blood sugar control and health behaviors in adults with type 2 diabetes living in a low-income community. 405 participants were randomly assigned to receive the food boxes plus nutrition education or usual care. The study measured changes in A1C, food security, and diabetes self-management.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Healthy food boxes (produce, chicken, fish, eggs, beans, nuts, yogurt, cheese) delivered every two weeks for 6 months

What this could lead to

If it works, this could show that providing healthy food and nutrition education helps people with type 2 diabetes better manage their blood sugar and overall health.

What could go wrong

This is a completed trial, but results may not apply to all communities. The program is short-term (6 months) and relies on home delivery, which may not be feasible everywhere.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetes mellitus type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Community Medical Centers

    Stockton, California, 95210, United States