Promoting healthier beverage choices among college students
A Study on Nudge Interventions to Promote Changes in Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Consumption Behaviors Among College Students
NA · Nanjing Medical University · NCT06596564
This study tests if simple strategies can help college students in China choose healthier drinks by giving them information about sugar content and promoting mineral water.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Nanjing Medical University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Nanjing, Jiangsu) |
| Trial ID | NCT06596564 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of three nudge interventions aimed at influencing beverage selection and consumption behaviors among Chinese university students. The interventions include providing information on the sugar content of sugar-sweetened beverages, disseminating harmful information about these beverages, and showcasing the social norm of choosing mineral water. Conducted in a classroom setting, participants will be randomly assigned to different groups to assess the impact of these nudges on their beverage choices. The goal is to determine if these low-cost strategies can effectively guide students towards healthier options.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are college students aged 18 and above who are willing to participate.
Not a fit: Patients who are not college students or those under 18 years of age may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved beverage choices among college students, potentially reducing obesity rates and associated health issues.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing nudge strategies have shown promise in promoting healthier choices, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * college students * 18 years or above of age * willing to participate Exclusion Criteria: * None
Where this trial is running
Nanjing, Jiangsu
- Nanjing Medical University — Nanjing, Jiangsu, China (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Yuan He, PHD
- Email: heyuan@njmu.edu.cn
- Phone: 18651625286
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.
Conditions: Obesity, Food Selection