Food boxes and health coaching aim to tame diabetes in the deep south
NCT ID NCT05288452
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether delivering healthy food boxes, remote health monitoring, and one-on-one coaching can help low-income Black adults with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar. The trial enrolls 304 participants in the Deep South and tracks changes in HbA1c levels over 6 to 12 months. The goal is to address social barriers like food insecurity and limited healthcare access.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Food box delivery, digital health coaching, and remote patient monitoring
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a practical, scalable way to help low-income Black adults better manage their type 2 diabetes and lower blood sugar levels.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral and dietary intervention study, not a drug trial. Results may vary by individual, and long-term adherence outside the study is uncertain.
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Locations
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UAB Hospital and UMMC Cardiology Clinics
Birmingham, Alabama, 35205, United States