Understanding Binge Eating Disorder in Older Hispanic Women
Official title: Prospective Health Impacts of Chronic Binge Eating Disorder in Hispanic Older Women Living with Food Insecurity (PROSPERA)
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Science Center · NIH-11190801 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project looks at how chronic binge eating disorder affects the health of older Hispanic women who also face challenges with food security.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Science Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $538,308 |
| NIH project number | 5R01AG086777-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11190801 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
This project is interested in older Hispanic women who experience chronic binge eating disorder and food insecurity.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as older Hispanic women with binge eating disorder and food insecurity may not directly benefit from the specific findings of this particular project.
What this research studies
This work focuses on understanding how chronic binge eating disorder (BED) impacts the overall health of older women, particularly those who are Hispanic and experience food insecurity. We know that women often live longer but experience more health issues, and BED can worsen these problems. This project aims to fill a gap in our knowledge, as these specific groups are often overlooked in health research, even though BED is common among them. By focusing on these women, we hope to learn more about their unique health challenges related to BED and how to better support them.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: This work could lead to better ways to identify and support older Hispanic women with binge eating disorder, potentially improving their overall health and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: While some cross-sectional research suggests a high prevalence of BED in older and economically disadvantaged women, this prospective project aims to provide more in-depth understanding in a historically understudied population.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Science Center
San Antonio, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kilpela, Lisa — University of Texas Hlth Science Center
- Study coordinator: Kilpela, Lisa
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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.