Nutrition Education and Food Delivery for Obesity
(HLA Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests whether teaching people about healthy eating and providing nutritious meals can improve their diet more effectively than just teaching them about exercise. Participants will either begin with exercise coaching and later receive nutrition education and meals, or they will follow the reverse order. It suits residents of Anson County who can make their own food choices, are at risk for chronic diseases, and can store and try frozen meals. The goal is to determine which approach better improves diet quality. As an unphased trial, it offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research that could enhance dietary interventions for chronic disease prevention.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems focused on diet and nutrition, so you may not need to change your medications, but it's best to check with the trial organizers.
Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?
Research has shown that the Healthy Living Anson Study includes teaching about nutrition and providing healthy meals. No reports of negative effects from these activities exist. This study does not test a new drug; it aims to improve diet and exercise habits.
Generally, nutrition advice and receiving healthy meals are safe. These are common lifestyle changes recommended for better health. Participants in this study are likely to benefit from improved eating habits and increased nutrition knowledge. No specific reports of negative effects or safety issues with these activities have been noted.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the trial for Nutrition Education and Food Delivery for obesity because it combines personalized support with practical food solutions, potentially addressing both knowledge and accessibility barriers in current obesity treatments. Traditional obesity treatments often focus on diet plans or exercise programs individually, but this approach integrates both, offering a comprehensive lifestyle change. By providing peer-supported counseling and ready-to-eat healthy meals, this method could make it easier for participants to adopt and maintain healthier habits. The use of biweekly meal deliveries and produce boxes also ensures participants have consistent access to nutritious food, which is a unique feature not typically included in standard obesity care.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for obesity?
Research has shown that education and healthy meal programs can improve diet quality and help with obesity. Studies have found that when people receive nutrition advice and healthy prepared meals, they tend to eat better, often leading to weight loss and better health. In the Healthy Living Anson Study, participants will be divided into two groups to evaluate these methods. One group will first receive physical activity counseling followed by nutrition education and food delivery, while the other group will start with nutrition education and food delivery before transitioning to physical activity counseling. By focusing on both teaching about nutrition and providing easy access to healthy meals, participants are more likely to maintain positive changes. These programs highlight the importance of regular, healthy eating to reach weight management goals.16789
Who Is on the Research Team?
Anissa I Vines, MS, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for individuals with conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension. Participants should be interested in improving their diet or increasing physical activity.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Initial Intervention
Participants receive either the FIM intervention or physical activity education for 4 months
Crossover Intervention
Participants switch interventions and continue for another 4 months
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for dietary and physical activity outcomes
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Healthy Living Anson Study
Trial Overview
The study tests if providing education on nutrition along with healthy meals can improve diet quality compared to just receiving physical activity guidance and coaching.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Participants first receive peer supported physical activity counseling by a Community Health Advocate (CHA) and a mHealth text messaging for 8 weeks. After a 6 week break at midpoint, participants will receive nutrition counseling by a Community Health Advocate (CHA) and 10 biweekly healthy prepared meals for the first four weeks. For the next four weeks, participants will reduce to 6 biweekly healthy prepared meals and 2 produce boxes.
Participants first receive nutrition counseling from a Community Health Advocate (CHA) and 10 biweekly healthy prepared meals for the first four weeks. For the next four weeks, participants will reduce to 6 biweekly healthy prepared meals and 2 produce boxes. After a 6 week break at midpoint, participants will receive peer supported physical activity counseling by a Community Health Advocate (CHA) and a mHealth text messaging for 8 weeks.
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Lead Sponsor
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Collaborator
Westat
Collaborator
Citations
NCT07126587 | Healthy Living Anson Study
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The home based early intervention delivered by trained community nurses was effective in reducing mean BMI for children at age 2.
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In summary, from our real-world data study, compared to Semaglutide, Tirzepatide is associated with significantly reduced risk of developing T2D and major.
Healthy Living Anson Study
Participants may experience improved diet quality, better nutrition knowledge, increased physical activity, potential health improvements from chronic disease ...
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