Nutrition Program for Difficulty Walking
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial explores whether a virtual nutrition program, the Virtual Nutrition and Teaching Kitchen Intervention, can improve diet, quality of life, and muscle strength in older Veterans with mobility challenges. Participants will join weekly online sessions featuring cooking demonstrations and discussions on healthy eating. The program specifically targets Veterans who feel their eating habits are unhealthy and use mobility aids. The study will compare the nutrition program to general health education sessions to determine which is more effective. As an unphased trial, it offers Veterans a unique opportunity to enhance their health and well-being through innovative nutritional strategies.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. However, if you have a physician-prescribed diet, you may not be eligible to participate.
What prior data suggests that this nutrition program is safe for Veterans with impaired mobility?
Research shows that virtual nutrition education programs, like the one in this trial, are generally safe and well-received. In other studies, participants have not reported any serious side effects from similar programs. These programs aim to improve diet and lifestyle, which are typically safe activities. This trial uses a digital approach that includes online cooking classes and nutrition lessons. This method has been tested elsewhere and has boosted nutrition knowledge and encouraged healthier eating without causing any problems.
Since this trial uses a non-invasive, educational approach, the risk of negative side effects remains very low. Participants typically find these programs helpful and engaging, with no reports of harm.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the Nutrition Program for Difficulty Walking because it offers a fresh, interactive approach to managing mobility challenges. Unlike traditional treatments that might focus on physical therapy or medication, this program combines virtual nutrition education with live cooking demonstrations to empower participants with practical, everyday tools. By providing a supportive online community where participants can share experiences and learn from each other, this program aims to enhance dietary habits and overall health in a holistic way. This innovative blend of technology and community support has the potential to not only improve mobility but also boost veterans' confidence in managing their health.
What evidence suggests that this virtual nutrition and teaching kitchen intervention is effective for improving diet and muscle strength in older Veterans with impaired mobility?
Research has shown that virtual nutrition programs, such as the Virtual Nutrition and Teaching Kitchen Intervention in this study, can promote healthier eating and improve overall well-being. Participants in this trial will engage in weekly virtual live group sessions that focus on cooking demonstrations and dietary education. One study found that online cooking and nutrition classes improved diets, enhanced cooking skills, and increased nutrition knowledge. Another study demonstrated that group nutrition sessions can reduce physical weakness within a few months. These programs often lead to healthier habits and improved self-perception. Early results suggest that such programs may also boost muscle strength and enhance the quality of life for individuals with mobility issues.16789
Who Is on the Research Team?
Elizabeth A Dennis, PhD RD
Principal Investigator
Baltimore VA Medical Center VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore, MD
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for older veterans who have trouble walking, likely due to impaired mobility. Participants should be interested in improving their diet and health-related quality of life. The study aims to help them by providing a virtual nutrition program with cooking demonstrations and delivering fresh produce.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants engage in a 3-month virtual group nutrition intervention with produce delivery and virtual teaching kitchen cooking demonstrations
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for sustained effects on dietary quality and other outcomes
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Virtual Nutrition and Teaching Kitchen Intervention
Trial Overview
The intervention being tested is a three-month virtual group nutrition program tailored for older veterans with mobility issues. It includes produce delivery and online teaching kitchen sessions designed to encourage healthier eating habits, potentially increasing muscle mass, strength, and physical performance.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Weekly virtual live group sessions led by a trained study team member will be held twice weekly for 1 hour/week over 12 weeks using a HIPAA compliant online platform. The first class of each week will include the teaching kitchen cooking demonstration (\~30 min) and the remainder of the class will focus on dietary education. The second class each week will provide an opportunity for group discussion to have Veterans share to their peers about how they used the weekly produce
Weekly virtual live group health education sessions led by staff will be held for two hours/week over 12 weeks. We will enroll up to 15 participants into each virtual class cohort and run multiple different group sessions for a total sample size of 90 participants. The content follows the LIFE study structured successful aging health education curriculum80,81 which was designed to increase self-efficacy and empower older Veterans to take control of their own healthcare. Topics focus on a broad range of healthy aging, such as importance of sleep, safe travel, goal setting, self-care, and common comorbidities
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
VA Office of Research and Development
Lead Sponsor
Published Research Related to This Trial
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