Nutrition Program for Food Insecurity
(FIRST Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to improve the lives of people with diabetes who face food insecurity, which is difficulty accessing enough nutritious food. It will test a new nutrition program that delivers healthy meals to participants twice a day for up to 90 days after hospital discharge, along with education and support for better food choices. Researchers will compare participants to those receiving usual hospital care to determine if the nutrition program improves health outcomes. The trial seeks individuals with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes who are currently hospitalized, live in California, and have difficulty accessing enough nutritious food. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research that could lead to innovative solutions for managing diabetes and food insecurity.
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for this trial?
The trial protocol does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It seems focused on nutrition and food access, so it's likely you can continue your medications, but please confirm with the trial coordinators.
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 nutrition and food access rather than medication changes.
What prior data suggests that this nutrition program is safe for the hospitalized diabetic population?
Research has shown that nutrition programs like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) are safe and well-received. SNAP has helped millions access healthier food, improving their diets. These programs present no major safety concerns. Participants typically receive benefits such as food delivery and nutrition education, which do not cause harmful effects.
Overall, nutrition programs aim to make healthy food more accessible and improve understanding of dietary choices. This approach is considered safe for everyone, including those in hospitals managing conditions like diabetes. The goal is to encourage healthier eating habits without adding risks.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about the nutrition program for food insecurity because it offers enhanced support beyond typical care, which often focuses solely on providing basic dietary advice. Unlike standard options, this program includes twice-daily meal deliveries for up to 90 days post-discharge and ongoing educational outreach. This approach not only ensures consistent access to nutritious food but also empowers patients with knowledge to make healthier dietary choices, potentially leading to better long-term health outcomes.
What evidence suggests that this nutrition program is effective for addressing food insecurity in hospitalized diabetic patients?
Research has shown that programs like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) successfully reduce food insecurity for low-income families. SNAP has helped millions access more nutritious food, leading to better health. Studies have found that programs like SNAP improve food security and support healthier food choices. This trial's nutrition program aims to achieve similar outcomes by providing meal delivery and education to participants in the intervention group. By ensuring access to nutritious food and offering guidance on healthy eating, such programs can potentially improve the health of people with diabetes and food insecurity.24678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Neera Ahuja, MD
Principal Investigator
Stanford University
Christine Santiago, MD
Principal Investigator
Stanford University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for California residents with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes who are admitted to Stanford Healthcare inpatient unit, have food insecurity, and are covered by Mom's Meals. It aims to help those struggling with access to nutritious food.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive a nutrition program or standard of care, with enhanced access to nutritious food and education for up to 90 days post-discharge
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for food insecurity, medication adherence, diabetes stress, hypoglycemia, and hospitalization outcomes
Long-term community engagement
Development of a systematic implementation plan for long-term roll-out of the nutrition program
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Nutrition program
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Stanford University
Lead Sponsor