Evaluating a Healthy Food Procurement Policy in Nepal
Develop, Implement and Evaluate a Public Food Procurement Policy in Nepal
This study tests if a new healthy food policy in schools, hospitals, and workplaces in Nepal can improve the food choices available and help people eat better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 402 (estimated) |
| Ages | 15 Years to 59 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hattigauda, Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT05664256 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the impact of a healthy food procurement policy on the food environment in public facilities such as schools, hospitals, and workplaces in four municipalities of Bagmati Province, Nepal. The researchers will develop and implement a food procurement policy, which will be endorsed through the legislative process of each municipality. Over a three-month period, the changes in food availability and consumption patterns will be measured to determine the effectiveness of the policy in promoting healthier dietary choices. The study focuses on addressing the rising prevalence of chronic diseases linked to unhealthy eating habits.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study include canteen managers or staff aged 15-59 who are involved in food procurement and service at public facilities within the selected municipalities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not work in or have access to the public facilities involved in the study may not receive any benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could lead to improved dietary choices and reduced chronic disease rates among the population in the targeted municipalities.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in implementing healthy food procurement policies in various settings, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Participants inclusion criteria: * Canteen managers or staff who are directly involved in food procurement and service (purchasing, preparation, serve or sell) at the canteen and available at the time of interview; - Canteen managers or staff age between 15-59 year; and * who can communicate verbally. Facilities inclusion criteria: * facilities: government schools, private schools, government worksites, government hospitals, government care homes and government correctional facilities * facilities within the surrounding of the selected municipality * facilities who have their own canteen facilities Exclusion Criteria: Participants exclusion criteria - Voluntarily requesting exclusion from the study
Where this trial is running
Hattigauda, Province
- Budhanilkantha — Hattigauda, Province, Nepal (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Archana Shrestha, PHD — Associate Professor
- Study coordinator: Archana Shrestha, PHD
- Email: archana@kusms.edu.np
- Phone: +977-9801002245
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.