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New treatment option for Obesity & Overweight
Official title Trial of Food Is Medicine Approaches for Obesity Treatment in Adults With Food Insecurity
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07396805
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if increased access to healthy foods, combined with behavioral weight loss (BWL) interventions, results in greater weight loss for adults with obesity and food insecurity. It will also learn about changes in health-quality of life and dietary quality.
- Time commitment: about 52 weeks
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- BMI\>30 kg/m2
- Screening positive for food insecurity using the well-validated, 10-item US Adult Food Security Survey Module.
- Age 18 years and older
- Completion of baseline assessments
- Ability to engage in physical activity (i.e., can walk at least 2 blocks without stopping for rest)
You likely can't join if
- Significant psychiatric conditions (e.g., active substance abuse, schizophrenia) that may pose a risk to the participant during intervention, cause a...
- Pregnant or planning pregnancy in the next year
- Planned move from the Baltimore area in the next year
- Recently began a course of or changed the dosage of medication that can cause significant weight change (±5 kg)
- Previous or planned obesity treatment with surgery or a weight-loss device
- Weight loss of \>5 kg in the previous 90 days
See the full eligibility criteria
- BMI\>30 kg/m2
- Screening positive for food insecurity using the well-validated, 10-item US Adult Food Security Survey Module.
- Age 18 years and older
- Completion of baseline assessments
- Ability to engage in physical activity (i.e., can walk at least 2 blocks without stopping for rest)
- Willing and able to provide pictures of food receipts to study team (or mail receipts to study team)
- Willing and able to provide written informed consent and participate in all study activities
- Female participants of child-bearing potential must agree in writing to use an approved method of contraception during the study
- Significant psychiatric conditions (e.g., active substance abuse, schizophrenia) that may pose a risk to the participant during intervention, cause a change in weight, or limit ability to adhere to the program's...
- Pregnant or planning pregnancy in the next year
- Planned move from the Baltimore area in the next year
- Recently began a course of or changed the dosage of medication that can cause significant weight change (±5 kg)
- Previous or planned obesity treatment with surgery or a weight-loss device
- Weight loss of \>5 kg in the previous 90 days
- Household member already participating in study due to potential contamination effects
- Lack of stable residence and ability to store and prepare food
- Lack of telephone
- Severe food allergies
- Following a specialized dietary regimen (e.g., gluten-free)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 52 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.