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Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 6 and up

Food is Medicine program to boost family heart health

Official title: Health Care by Food Planning Grant

Run by Nationwide Children's Hospital · NCT07380243 · Data updated 2026-11-12

The trial tests whether providing healthy food access plus personalized digital tools and coaching can improve heart health for families with a parent on Medicaid and a 6–11 year old child.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages6 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment120 (estimated)
SponsorNationwide Children's Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Columbus, Ohio)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 26, 2026
Main results expectedDecember 1, 2026
Study endsDecember 1, 2026
Registry record updatedMay 15, 2026
Trial IDNCT07380243 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are parents or guardians of children aged 6–11 with Medicaid, a BMI above 30, and the ability to read and speak English.

Probably not a fit

Participants without sustained engagement or those outside the Medicaid/age criteria may not see benefits.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study will assign families to different combinations of nutrition education, online risk assessment tools, coaching, and medically tailored groceries to see which mix best improves heart health. It targets families where the parent has a BMI over 30 and Medicaid insurance, focusing on making sustainable lifestyle changes. All participants will receive some form of food and nutrition support, with variations in digital and human supports. The study also evaluates feasibility and acceptability of the program for families and healthcare teams.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, families may experience better heart-health behaviors and risk factors through improved access to healthy foods and tailored support.

How similar studies have gone: Prior food-as-medicine programs have shown promise, but this study explores novel combinations and delivery modes to identify the most effective approach.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Parent or legal guardian of school-aged child (ages 6 - 11 years of age)
* Parent/legal guardian is 18 years or older and the primary caregiver at home
* Parent and/or child has an eligible Medicaid insurance plan
* Parent is able to read and speak English fluently
* Parent has BMI greater than 30 kg/m/m
* Ability to consume fruits and vegetables without concerns of any medication-nutrient interactions (for example, warfarin)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Parent not a legal guardian or the primary caregiver
* Non-English speakers
* Parent or child is diagnosed with active metabolic or digestive illnesses that may result in nutrient malabsorption (Crohn's disease, Celiac, irritable bowel syndrome, food allergies, etc.).

Where it's running

  • Nationwide Children's Hospital
    Columbus, Ohio, United States     Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.