Dietary approaches to prevent colorectal cancer
MyGI Diet for Colorectal Cancer Prevention
This study is looking for ways to help people at high risk of colorectal cancer, especially those who are overweight or have a family history of the disease, by giving them helpful dietary advice to lower their risk over a year.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10673062 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on preventing colorectal cancer (CRC) by translating dietary findings into clinical practice. It aims to provide tools for individuals at high risk, particularly those who are overweight or obese with a family or personal history of CRC. Participants will be randomized into groups receiving either general dietary information or specific dietary interventions aimed at reducing CRC risk. The study will last for 12 months and will involve 240 participants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are overweight or obese adults with a strong family history of colorectal cancer or a personal history of the disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are not overweight or do not have a family or personal history of colorectal cancer may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help reduce the incidence of colorectal cancer through effective dietary interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that dietary interventions can significantly impact cancer risk, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Djuric, Zora — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Djuric, Zora
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.