How food assistance affects heart health in low-income adults
The impact of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program on the cardiovascular health of low-income adults
This study is looking at how being part of the SNAP program might help improve heart health for low-income adults by exploring things like access to healthy food, sticking to medications, and managing stress.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11000293 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and cardiovascular health among low-income adults. It aims to understand whether participation in SNAP can lead to improvements in heart health by examining factors such as food security, medication adherence, and psychosocial stress. The study will analyze data from various states to assess how different SNAP policies impact individual health outcomes over time. By focusing on low-income adults, the research seeks to uncover potential pathways through which food assistance can enhance cardiovascular well-being.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are low-income adults who are eligible for or currently participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
Not a fit: Patients who are not low-income or those who do not participate in food assistance programs may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cardiovascular health outcomes for low-income adults through enhanced food assistance programs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that food assistance programs can improve health outcomes, but the specific impact on cardiovascular health remains largely untested.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Khatana, Sameed Ahmed Mustafa — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Khatana, Sameed Ahmed Mustafa
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.