Food Security Intervention for Cancer Prevention
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial explores whether delivering produce, with or without added nutritional education, can improve eating habits in low-income families. The goal is to determine if this can enhance diet quality and reduce food insecurity (limited access to nutritious food), potentially lowering cancer risks. Participants will receive half-price produce boxes through the FreshFix Program, with some also receiving educational resources and support calls. The trial seeks individuals in Western New York who manage most of their household's food shopping and preparation and have limited access to healthy food. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research that could enhance community health and access to nutritious food.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems focused on diet and food security, so it's unlikely that your medications will be affected, but you should confirm with the trial organizers.
What prior data suggests that the FreshFix Program is safe for improving diet and nutrition in low-income families?
Research shows that the FreshFix Program, which provides food boxes, aims to make healthy foods more accessible. Similar programs have focused on food safety and proper handling of fresh produce. For instance, the Farmers to Families Food Box Program delivered millions of fresh produce boxes to people in need and required suppliers to meet strict safety standards, including certification for food safety.
Although specific studies on the FreshFix Program's safety are lacking, past programs suggest a strong focus on food safety. Trusted suppliers provide the produce and adhere to safety guidelines, making the food boxes likely safe and well-received by participants. Similar programs have reported no problems from consuming these food boxes.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the FreshFix Program because it takes a holistic approach to cancer prevention by addressing food security. Unlike typical treatments that focus solely on medical interventions, this program provides participants with access to fresh, half-price produce boxes. The enhanced version goes a step further, offering educational materials on nutrition and food handling, along with personal support through calls and online resources. This focus on lifestyle changes and education could empower individuals to make healthier choices, potentially reducing cancer risk and improving overall well-being.
What evidence suggests that the FreshFix Program could be effective for improving diet and nutrition in low-income families?
Research has shown that access to fresh fruits and vegetables, combined with nutrition education, can improve the diets of low-income families and reduce food insecurity. This trial will compare two approaches: one group will receive the standard half-price produce box, while another group will receive an enhanced food box with educational materials and support. Studies have found that programs like FreshFix, which offer fresh produce at lower prices, make it easier for families to eat healthier. This can lower the risk of diseases related to poor diet, including some types of cancer. Specifically, families receiving extra food boxes and nutrition education have reported making better food choices and improving their nutrition. Early results suggest that these programs can significantly enhance health by making healthy eating more accessible.678910
Who Is on the Research Team?
Karen Yeary
Principal Investigator
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for low-income families who may struggle to get enough healthy food. It aims to see if providing produce and nutritional education can improve their diet, nutrition, and potentially prevent cancer.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive either enhanced or standard half-price produce box delivery over 24 weeks. Enhanced delivery includes nutritional education materials and dietary recall phone calls.
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in nutrition security and intervention acceptability
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- FreshFix Program
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Lead Sponsor
UB Clinical and Translational Science Institute
Collaborator