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Tech program aims to slash soda intake in appalachia

NCT ID NCT05030753

Disease control Sponsor: University of Virginia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a program called iSIPsmarter, which uses online lessons, text reminders, and a bathroom scale to help rural Appalachian adults cut back on sugary drinks like soda and sweet tea. About 249 adults who drank at least 200 calories of sugary beverages daily took part. The program was compared to a standard health education website to see if it led to bigger reductions in sugary drink consumption.

What this could mean

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Active substance
iSIPsmarter behavioral program (online modules, text reminders, and a scale for tracking weight)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a practical, scalable way to help people in rural areas drink fewer sugary beverages and improve their health.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial with 249 participants, so results are available but may not apply to other populations. The program relies on internet access and motivation, which may limit its reach.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

249 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2021

Finished

Aug 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 110 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * English speaking adults, \> or equal to 18 years of age, consume \>200 kcals of SSB/day, ability and willingness to access an internet-enabled device at least one time per week and receive SMS-based reminder prompts. Exclusion Criteria: * non-English speaking adults, \<18 years of age, consume \<200 kcals of SSB/day, inability and willingness to access an internet-enabled device at least one time per week and receive SMS-based reminder prompts. Also, only one person per household is eligible to participate in the trial.

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Conditions

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Body Weight Feeding Behavior

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Diet habit Sugar-sweetened beverages

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Virginia

    Charlottesville, Virginia, 22908-0717, United States

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