Encouraging Latinas to be more active and eat healthier using online tools
Promoting Physical Activity and Healthy Eating in Latinas via Interactive Web-Based Technology
This study is designed to help Latina women in the U.S. get more active and eat healthier by using fun online tools that fit into their busy lives, making it easier for them to access helpful health information and support right from their phones.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10907750 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to promote physical activity and healthy eating among Latina women in the U.S. by utilizing interactive web-based technology. It addresses the unique barriers that these women face, such as time constraints and transportation issues, which often prevent them from participating in traditional face-to-face health interventions. By creating culturally tailored online resources, the project seeks to improve access to health information and support for lifestyle changes that can reduce the risk of diabetes and other chronic health conditions. Participants will engage with the program through their mobile devices, making it convenient and accessible.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latina women aged 21 and older who are looking to improve their physical activity levels and dietary habits.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Latina or those under 21 years old may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for Latina women by reducing the prevalence of obesity, diabetes, and related chronic diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with web-based interventions targeting health behaviors in diverse populations, indicating potential for this culturally tailored approach.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Benitez, Tanya J — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Benitez, Tanya J
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.