Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Prescriptions for Type 2 Diabetes
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
Rady Children's Hospital San Diego (RCHSD), UCSD Division of Child and Community Health and the Center for Community Health, and Northgate Gonzalez (NG) Markets will collaborate to create a Produce Prescription Program (Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program) to be implemented in the RCHSD Diabetes Clinic. We will provide families on Medi-Cal who have a child with T2DM with a fruit and vegetable prescription (FVRx) which will enhance their ability to purchase GusNIP-eligible fresh fruits and vegetables (FV). These prescriptions will be delivered in the form of an electronic voucher that can be filled at any NG Markets throughout San Diego and Riverside counties. The goal of this program is to increase the purchase and consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables, decrease food insecurity, and improve metabolic outcomes for children with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems to focus on providing fresh fruits and vegetables to improve health outcomes.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program for Type 2 Diabetes?
Research shows that fruit and vegetable prescription programs can help improve health outcomes by increasing access to fresh produce. In one study, participants with diabetes who received produce prescriptions saw a significant decrease in their blood sugar levels (HbA1c), suggesting these programs may help manage diabetes.12345
Is the Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program safe for humans?
The Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program, which provides access to fresh produce, has been studied in various settings and has not shown any safety concerns for participants. It is generally considered safe as it involves increasing the consumption of fruits and vegetables, which are part of a healthy diet.12345
How does the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Prescription treatment for Type 2 Diabetes differ from other treatments?
The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Prescription treatment is unique because it focuses on providing financial incentives to increase access to fresh produce, aiming to improve diet quality and glycemic control in low-income patients with Type 2 Diabetes. Unlike traditional medications, this approach addresses dietary habits and food security, which are crucial for managing diabetes.12356
Research Team
Kyung Rhee, MD
Principal Investigator
University of California San Diego, Rady Children's Hospital San Diego
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for families with children under 18 who have type 2 diabetes, are treated at Rady Children's Hospital Diabetes Clinic, and have a Hemoglobin A1c of 6.5 or higher. It excludes households that already have a family member in the study.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Baseline Assessment
Baseline assessments including laboratory studies and physiologic assessments
Intervention
Participants receive monthly fruit and vegetable vouchers for 12 months
Delayed Intervention
Participants receive monthly fruit and vegetable vouchers after a 6-month delay
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in metabolic outcomes and food security
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Voucher
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of California, San Diego
Lead Sponsor
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Collaborator
Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego
Collaborator