Healthy eating and exercise program for Black adults with high blood pressure to prevent dementia
MIND Foods and Aerobic Training in Black Adults with HTN: An ADRD Prevention Pilot RCT (MAT)
This study is testing a fun and supportive program that combines healthy eating and exercise to help Black adults with high blood pressure improve their heart health and possibly lower their risk of dementia.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11046661 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a program that combines the MIND diet and aerobic training specifically for Black adults with high blood pressure. It aims to address the significant racial disparities in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) by co-designing interventions with patients and healthcare providers. Participants will engage in hypertension self-management education and support classes, followed by home-delivered meals that align with the MIND diet. The program is designed to be engaging and sustainable, targeting a high-risk population to improve their cardiovascular health and potentially reduce the risk of dementia.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black adults aged 21 and older who have high blood pressure.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have high blood pressure or are not part of the Black adult demographic may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cardiovascular health and a reduced risk of dementia for participants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that lifestyle interventions, including diet and exercise, can be effective in reducing dementia risk in high-risk populations.
Where this research is happening
Indianapolis, United States
- Indiana University Indianapolis — Indianapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Clark, Daniel O — Indiana University Indianapolis
- Study coordinator: Clark, Daniel O
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.