Improving health in Native Hawaiians through traditional diets and cooking
The PILI 'Āina Project
This study is testing if a program that promotes traditional Hawaiian diets and cooking can help Native Hawaiians with diet-related health issues improve their eating habits and overall health.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 210 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Hawaii Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Honolulu, Hawaii and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06526273 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to enhance the self-management of diet-related cardiometabolic diseases among Native Hawaiians by implementing the PILI 'Āina intervention, which promotes traditional diets and cooking practices. The study will enroll 180 Native Hawaiian adults who are overweight or obese and have at least one diet-related condition, such as Type 2 diabetes or hypertension. Participants will undergo a 3-month educational program and then be randomized to either the PILI 'Āina intervention or a control group for an additional 6 months. Data will be collected at multiple time points to assess the impact on diet quality and health outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are Native Hawaiian adults aged 18 and older who are overweight or obese and have a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or dyslipidemia.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, have serious illnesses that limit participation, or do not meet the eligibility criteria may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve the health and well-being of Native Hawaiians by reducing the prevalence of diet-related diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on culturally tailored interventions for diet-related diseases have shown promise, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18+ (looking for older adults) * Native Hawaiian resident in a participating homestead * Overweight or obese (BMI ≥ 25 kg/m\^2) * Prior diagnosis of T2D or pre-diabetes, hypertension, and/or dyslipidemia (LDL cholesterol ≥ 130 mg/dL) * Capable of 150 minutes of moderate physical activity (e.g., brisk walking) per week * Willing and able to participate in all aspects of the individual and household-level intervention * Fluent in written and spoken English Exclusion Criteria: * No children * Pregnancy * Serious illness such as cancer or chronic pain that may contraindicate full participation
Where this trial is running
Honolulu, Hawaii and 1 other locations
- Kula no nā Po'e Hawai'i — Honolulu, Hawaii, United States (Recruiting)
- Kapolei Community Development Corporation — Kapolei, Hawaii, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Claire Ing, DrPH — University of Hawaii
- Study coordinator: Claire Ing, DrPH
- Email: clairemt@hawaii.edu
- Phone: 808-692-1042
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.