Traffic light labels could guide food pantries to healthier choices
NCT ID NCT05854212
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study tests whether using simple traffic light labels (green, yellow, red) on a food bank's online ordering system helps food pantries pick healthier items. About 364 food agencies will take part, with some getting extra nudges to use the labels. The goal is to see if this approach improves the overall nutrition of foods ordered.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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