Improving dietary guidelines for African Americans to reduce diabetes risk
Ensuring the cultural relevance of Dietary Guidelines diet patterns among African Americans: Increasing dietary quality and reducing type 2 diabetes risk
This study is all about creating healthier eating guidelines that fit the tastes and habits of African Americans in the South, especially for those who are overweight or obese, to help them enjoy more fruits, veggies, and whole grains while lowering their risk of type 2 diabetes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Carolina at Columbia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11060968 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on adapting U.S. Dietary Guidelines to better fit the cultural preferences and dietary habits of African Americans, particularly those living in the southern United States. By involving African American adults with overweight or obesity, the study aims to identify dietary patterns that are both healthy and culturally relevant. The approach includes assessing current eating habits and preferences, and then developing tailored dietary recommendations that encourage increased consumption of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. The goal is to enhance dietary quality and ultimately reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are African American adults aged 21 and older who are overweight or obese.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as African American or who are not overweight or obese may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved dietary practices among African Americans, significantly lowering their risk of type 2 diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that culturally tailored dietary interventions can be effective in improving health outcomes in diverse populations, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Columbia, United States
- University of South Carolina at Columbia — Columbia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Turner-Mcgrievy, Gabrielle Michelle — University of South Carolina at Columbia
- Study coordinator: Turner-Mcgrievy, Gabrielle Michelle
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.