A large web-based study on nutrition and health relationships
Official title: The NutriNet-Santé Study. A Web-based Prospective Cohort Study of the Relationship Between Nutrition and Health and of Dietary Patterns and Nutritional Status Predictors
Run by University of Paris 13 · NCT03335644 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to see how what we eat affects our health by gathering information from over 171,000 people in France.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 15 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 170000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Paris 13 Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Bobigny, Seine Saint Denis) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 11, 2009 |
| Main results expected | May 11, 2029 |
| Study ends | May 11, 2029 |
| Registry record updated | July 26, 2021 |
| Trial ID | NCT03335644 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged over 15 years who have access to the internet.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients under the age of 15 will not benefit from this study as they do not meet the eligibility criteria.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
The NutriNet-Santé study is a large-scale, web-based cohort initiated in France to explore the intricate relationships between nutrition and health. With over 171,000 participants, it collects extensive data through regular questionnaires on dietary intake, physical activity, and health status. The study employs a detailed assessment of nutritional exposure, utilizing a comprehensive food composition database to analyze dietary patterns. Participants report major health events, which are validated by medical professionals to ensure accuracy and reliability of the findings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into how dietary patterns influence health outcomes, potentially guiding public health recommendations.
How similar studies have gone: Other large-scale observational studies have shown success in identifying links between diet and health, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * aged over 15 years * access to internet Exclusion Criteria: * aged under 15 years
Where it's running
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Eren
Bobigny, Seine Saint Denis, France Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mathilde Touvier, Dr
- Email: m.touvier@eren.smbh.univ-paris13.fr
- Phone: +33148388933
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.