Addressing food insecurity to help prevent childhood obesity
Intervening in Food Insecurity to Reduce and Mitigate (InFoRM) Childhood Obesity
This study looks at how not having enough healthy food can lead to weight problems in kids, and it aims to find ways to help families get better access to nutritious meals, especially in communities that need it most.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Children's Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11075379 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between food insecurity and childhood obesity, focusing on how limited access to healthy food affects children's health. The project aims to understand the impact of household food insecurity and neighborhood food environments on children's body weight and dietary habits. By developing and testing interventions, the research seeks to improve food and nutrition security for children and their families, particularly in communities that are disproportionately affected. The principal investigator, Dr. Allison Wu, brings expertise in pediatric nutrition and epidemiology to this important public health issue.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years, particularly those from Black, Hispanic, and lower-income families facing food insecurity.
Not a fit: Patients who are not children or those who do not experience food insecurity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective strategies that reduce childhood obesity and improve nutrition among vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in addressing food insecurity and its impact on health, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston Children's Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wu, Allison Jane — Boston Children's Hospital
- Study coordinator: Wu, Allison Jane
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.