DIET HABIT

This study tested whether lifestyle coaching delivered through a patient portal helps adults maintain weight loss. 269 participants who had already lost at least 5% of their body weight were randomly assigned to receive either coaching plus tracking tools or tracking tools alone …

This completed study tested a program to prevent obesity in mothers and children from pregnancy to age 2. It involved 1,645 families at community health centers in Boston. The program used education, text messages, and provider training to promote healthy eating, physical activit…

This study looked at whether a Mediterranean diet, weight loss, or both could lower colorectal cancer risk in 180 obese African Americans aged 45-75. Participants followed one of four plans for six months, and researchers measured changes in bile acids, gut bacteria, and cell act…

This study tested a program to help children aged 6-11 maintain a healthy weight and feel good. Over 1,300 kids from 24 Danish schools took part. The program included changes at school and in the community to encourage healthy eating, more physical activity, better sleep, and les…

This study tested a program to help fathers support healthy eating, sleep, and activity for their babies, starting during pregnancy and continuing until the baby's first birthday. Over 650 families from diverse backgrounds took part. The goal was to prevent rapid weight gain and …

This study tested a program called iSIPsmarter, which uses text messages and online tools to help adults in rural Appalachia drink fewer sugary beverages like soda and sweet tea. About 249 adults who drank at least 200 calories of sugary drinks daily took part. The program was co…

This study looked at how eating ultra-processed foods (like packaged snacks and sugary drinks) affects hunger-related hormones and thinking skills. Twenty healthy adults followed both an ultra-processed and an unprocessed diet for three days each. Researchers measured hormone lev…

This study followed 42 adults with spinal cord injury for one year after leaving rehab. Researchers tracked what they ate, how active they were, and their mood to understand why weight gain happens. The goal is to use this information to design better programs that help people wi…

This completed study examined 160 children aged 3-14 to see if a Mediterranean-style diet and physical activity habits are linked to better oral health, including less tooth decay and healthier gums. Researchers checked children's teeth and gums and compared them to their eating …

This study looked at whether adding walnuts to your diet can change the bacteria in your gut and reduce signs of colon cancer risk. About 140 people at higher risk for colorectal cancer ate walnuts for a month. Researchers measured changes in gut bacteria, blood markers, and colo…

This study looked at whether having a partner or support person attend clinic visits helps people who are having weight-loss (bariatric) surgery. 63 adults were split into groups: some brought a romantic partner or support figure to visits, others did not. Researchers checked if …