Free veggie boxes could tackle food insecurity in brooklyn

NCT ID NCT07078253

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: NYU Langone Health Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study gives 250 adults in East Flatbush, NYC, a free box of fresh vegetables each week for 20 weeks. Participants choose their veggies from a variety of options. Researchers will measure changes in food security, diet quality, and social connections to see if the program helps improve access to healthy food.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Produce box program
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could show that providing free fresh vegetables improves food security and diet quality in underserved communities.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with no control group, so results may not be generalizable. The program's success depends on weekly participation and local logistics.

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FOOD INSECURITY

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Locations

NYU Langone Health
RECRUITING

New York, New York, 10016, United States

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