Food as medicine: new study tests whether groceries and coaching can boost heart health
NCT ID NCT07380243
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether combining healthy food access, nutrition education, and personalized coaching can help families improve heart health. Participants include one parent with a BMI over 30 and their child aged 6–11, both on Medicaid. Families may receive groceries, cooking classes, online tools, or health coaching. Researchers will track changes in diet, activity, and motivation over several months to find the best support combination.
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Active substance
Nutrition education, online health assessment, personalized health coaching, medically tailored groceries, and cooking classes
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could offer a practical, cost-effective way for families to reduce heart disease risk through better nutrition and lifestyle habits.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 120 participants, focusing on behavior change rather than clinical outcomes. Results may not apply to all families, and long-term adherence is uncertain.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGColumbus, Ohio, 43205, United States
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