Free veggies delivered to your door: a new way to fight obesity?

NCT ID NCT06751563

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tested two ways to help adults with overweight or obesity who struggle to afford healthy food. One group got weekly vouchers to buy produce at a local market; the other got fresh produce delivered to their home along with daily text messages about healthy eating. The goal was to see which approach people liked better and whether it helped them eat more fruits and vegetables and lose weight. The study was small, with 48 participants, and focused on figuring out the best way to run such a program.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: produce boxes and text messages
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that delivering fresh produce and healthy-eating tips directly to people's homes helps them eat better and lose weight.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 48 people, so results may not apply to everyone. It tests feasibility, not whether the approach actually works long-term.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder Overweight

As listed by the trial registrant

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OVERWEIGHT AND OBESITY

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Locations

Northeast Market

Baltimore, Maryland, 21205, United States

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