Doctors prescribe produce: grocery credits vs. home delivery for Food-Insecure patients
NCT ID NCT06263751
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested two ways to help food-insecure adults with heart risks eat more fruits and vegetables. One group got a $20 grocery credit every two weeks, the other got a box of produce delivered to their home. Researchers measured changes in diet and food security over time.
What this could mean
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Active substance
fruits and vegetables
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that giving people money for groceries or delivering produce directly can improve diet and food security.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study comparing two approaches, not a test of a new drug. Results may not apply to everyone, and the long-term health impact is unknown.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Barnes Jewish Hospital
St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States