Can a diet that helps the planet also improve your health?

NCT ID NCT07597811

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Edgar Leon Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a community-based program that teaches rural women in Mexico how to follow the Planetary Health Diet—a diet that is healthy for people and the environment. Thirty-four women took part in educational sessions, counseling, and workshops. Researchers measured changes in their diet, gut bacteria, body measurements, and environmental impact like carbon footprint. The goal was to see if this approach could improve both health and sustainability.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Planetary Health Diet educational program
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that a sustainable diet program improves health and reduces environmental footprint in rural communities.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 34 participants and no control group, so results may not apply broadly. Dietary changes are hard to maintain long-term.

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As listed by the trial registrant

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DIETARY BEHAVIORS GUT MICROBIOTA NUTRITION INTERVENTION SUSTAINABLE DIETS

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Locations

Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro

Querétaro City, Querétaro, 76230, Mexico

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