Improving food security and heart health in Hispanic/Latino communities
Capacity-oriented approaches to food security, diet quality, and cardiovascular disease risk among Hispanics/Latinos
This study is looking to help Hispanic and Latino communities in the U.S. eat better and improve heart health by understanding how access to food and different types of support can lead to healthier diets, and it will test a new program in San Diego to boost food resources and nutrition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | San Diego State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10748383 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing nutrition and cardiovascular health among U.S. Hispanics/Latinos by exploring the relationship between food security and diet quality. The project aims to identify various forms of capital—social, material, human, and cultural—that contribute to better dietary habits and lower cardiovascular disease risk. It will involve developing and testing a pilot intervention in San Diego to strengthen food-related resources and improve diet quality. The research is guided by experienced mentors and utilizes cohorts and clinical trials to ensure a comprehensive approach.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are low-income Hispanic/Latino adults who experience food insecurity and are at risk for cardiovascular disease.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the Hispanic/Latino community or those who do not face food insecurity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved dietary habits and reduced cardiovascular disease risk among Hispanic/Latino populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in improving health outcomes through community-based interventions targeting food security and diet quality.
Where this research is happening
San Diego, United States
- San Diego State University — San Diego, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcclain, Amanda Christine — San Diego State University
- Study coordinator: Mcclain, Amanda Christine
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.