Understanding how sugar warnings affect drink choices in Hispanic adults
Evaluating the impact of sugar warnings on beverage purchases in Hispanic populations
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL · NIH-11065445
This study is looking at whether sugar warning labels on sugary drinks can help Hispanic adults buy less sugar, and it will track their purchases in a convenience store over four weeks to see if these labels make a difference in their drink choices.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11065445 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of sugar warning labels on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) to see if they can reduce purchases among Hispanic adults. Conducted in a convenience store setting, participants will be randomly assigned to see either beverages with sugar warnings or neutral labels during their shopping visits. Over four weeks, researchers will track how much sugar participants buy from SSBs and other drinks. The goal is to understand if these warnings can influence healthier beverage choices in a real-world environment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic adults aged 21 and older who regularly purchase sugar-sweetened beverages.
Not a fit: Patients who do not consume sugar-sweetened beverages or are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective public health strategies that help reduce sugar intake and improve health outcomes in Hispanic populations.
How similar studies have performed: Initial research on the impact of sugar warnings has shown promise, suggesting that this approach could be effective, although this specific focus on Hispanic populations is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES
- UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL — CHAPEL HILL, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HALL, MARISSA — UNIV OF NORTH CAROLINA CHAPEL HILL
- Study coordinator: HALL, MARISSA
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.
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Conditions: adult onset diabetes, Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus