Improving access to healthier foods in urban restaurants

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This study aims to enhance dietary quality in predominantly minority, low-income urban neighborhoods by collaborating with independently owned restaurants. It tests a novel intervention called FRESH, which focuses on engaging restaurants to promote healthier food options. The study will assess the impact of this intervention on dietary quality and health indicators within African American and Latin communities. Additionally, a system dynamics model will be developed to help stakeholders simulate and implement FRESH strategies in their own neighborhoods, potentially leading to cost savings and improved community health outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adult (18-75 years)
* Regular restaurant customer (e.g., visits the specified restaurant at least 1x/week)
* Live in a household of at least 2 persons (criterion intended to provide a more stable sample, and to reduce loss to follow-up)
* Current resident of study neighborhood

Exclusion Criteria:

* Anticipate moving out of Baltimore or District of Columbia metropolitan area in the next 18 months
* Pregnant (due to changes in diet, weight and body composition)

Where it's running

• Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
  Baltimore, Maryland, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Joel Gittlesohn, PhD — Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
• Study coordinator: Joel Gittlesohn, PhD
• Email: jgittel1@jhu.edu
• Phone: (410)955-3927

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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.