Improving food access and nutrition for people with type 2 diabetes
Food and Resources Expanded to Support Health and Type 2 Diabetes (FRESH-T2D)
This study is looking at ways to help people with type 2 diabetes, especially those with limited income, eat better and manage their diabetes by trying out new food programs at community health centers to see if they work well and are liked by patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tucson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11030719 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to enhance food security and nutrition for individuals with type 2 diabetes, particularly those from low-income backgrounds. It aims to implement and evaluate food-focused interventions at Federally Qualified Health Centers to determine their feasibility and acceptability among patients. The study will assess whether these interventions can lead to meaningful improvements in diabetes management and overall health outcomes. By addressing the social determinants of health, the research seeks to create sustainable solutions for better dietary habits and diabetes control.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults with type 2 diabetes who experience food insecurity and are seeking care at community health centers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have type 2 diabetes or those who have stable access to nutritious food may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved dietary quality and better management of type 2 diabetes for low-income patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing food insecurity can positively impact health outcomes, but this specific approach is novel and has not been rigorously tested.
Where this research is happening
Tucson, United States
- University of Arizona — Tucson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hingle, Melanie Daniela — University of Arizona
- Study coordinator: Hingle, Melanie Daniela
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.