Healthy Living Anson Study

Last updated: October 29, 2025
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Neoplasms

Obesity

Dyslipidemia

Treatment

Nutrition Education and Food Delivery

Physical Activity Comparator

Clinical Study ID

NCT07126587
24-2854
OT2HL158287
  • Ages 18-99
  • All Genders
  • Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Summary

The goal of this randomized delayed control intervention research study is to see if participants who receive education and healthy prepared meals improve the quality of their diet compared to participants who receive only physical activity education and coaching.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Potential participants must be a resident of Anson County.

  • At least 18 years of age.

  • Have or be at risk for a chronic disease.

  • Ability to make own dietary decisions.

  • Ability to travel to a central Anson County location for data collection and group class sessions.

  • Ability and willingness to try the prepared meals.

  • Ability to store 10 frozen meals in a freezer.

  • Ability to communicate in English

  • No dietary restrictions or food allergies such that a Mediterranean diet is not appropriate.

Study Design

Total Participants: 120
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: Nutrition Education and Food Delivery
Phase:
Study Start date:
September 24, 2025
Estimated Completion Date:
March 30, 2028

Study Description

Purpose: Evaluate whether a Food is Medicine (FIM) intervention improves the quality of food intake among rural adults who have at least one chronic disease or are at risk for chronic disease compared to those receiving a physical activity intervention.

Participants: English speaking Anson County residents 18 years or older

Procedures: Randomized delayed intervention control study design - 4 months receive either the FIM intervention (healthy frozen meals and/or produce box, and education by a Community Health Advocate (CHA) or physical activity (PA) education and support via a CHA. At the end of the 4 months, the FIM group will receive the PA intervention, and the PA group receives the FIM intervention with both groups continuing for another 4 months. Data collected will include a funder required survey (demographics, social, and behavioral factors) plus additional study related questions and biometrics. The survey will be completed online or in person for those requiring internet access or support. The biometrics will be obtained at an in-person session. Once enrollment is complete, participants will be randomized into either the FIM or PA group and receive their study materials. Data collection will occur at baseline, midpoint, and at the end of the study.

Connect with a study center

  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599
    United States

    Site Not Available

  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Chapel Hill 4460162, North Carolina 4482348 27599
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

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