Improving heart health in Hispanic communities through restaurant interventions
Applying Innovative Approaches to Design and Implement an Intervention to Improve Cardiovascular Health in Hispanic/Latin communities through Restaurants
['FUNDING_CAREER'] · TULANE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA · NIH-10670447
This study is working to help Hispanic Caribbean communities eat healthier by teaming up with local restaurants to make better food choices easier for everyone.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_CAREER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | TULANE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW ORLEANS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10670447 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance cardiovascular health in Hispanic Caribbean communities by improving the nutritional quality of food offered in restaurants. The project will engage restaurant owners, cooks, and staff to identify barriers to healthier eating and implement evidence-based strategies to promote better food choices. By creating supportive environments for healthy eating, the initiative seeks to make a lasting impact on dietary habits and health outcomes. The research will utilize a collaborative approach, involving various stakeholders to ensure the interventions are effective and culturally relevant.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals from Hispanic Caribbean backgrounds, particularly those living in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to Hispanic Caribbean communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cardiovascular health and dietary habits among Hispanic communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using environmental interventions to improve dietary habits, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
NEW ORLEANS, UNITED STATES
- TULANE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA — NEW ORLEANS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: FUSTER, MELISSA — TULANE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA
- Study coordinator: FUSTER, MELISSA
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.
Conditions: cardiovascular disorder