Improving healthy eating practices in early childhood education settings
Testing an Adaptive Implementation Strategy to Optimize Delivery of Obesity Prevention Practices in Early Care and Education Settings
This study is all about helping young kids eat healthier in early care and education settings by using fun activities, role models, and a friendly mascot to encourage them to enjoy fruits and vegetables, while also making sure that the support given to teachers fits their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912472 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing children's diets in early care and education (ECE) settings through an intervention called 'Together, We Inspire Smart Eating' (WISE). The approach includes hands-on exposure to fruits and vegetables, role modeling by educators, positive feeding practices, and the use of a mascot to promote healthy eating. The study aims to optimize the implementation of these practices by tailoring support based on the specific challenges faced by ECE providers. By evaluating the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of these adaptive strategies, the research seeks to improve the adoption of healthy eating practices in ECE settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-5 years enrolled in early care and education programs.
Not a fit: Patients who are not enrolled in early care and education settings or are older than 5 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved dietary habits in young children, potentially reducing their risk of developing obesity and related health issues later in life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar interventions aimed at improving dietary habits in early childhood settings, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Little Rock, United States
- Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis — Little Rock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Swindle, Taren — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Swindle, Taren
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.