Food as medicine: new study tests whether groceries and coaching can boost heart health

NCT ID NCT07380243

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Amrik Singh Khalsa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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.

What this could mean

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

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

heart disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH STATUS HEART DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Nationwide Children's Hospital
RECRUITING

Columbus, Ohio, 43205, United States

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