Promoting traditional diets and active lifestyles among Yup'ik communities

A Community-led Intervention (DAiLY) Promoting a Heart-healthy Diet and Active Lifestyle: The Yup'ik Way

This study is trying to see if encouraging Yup'ik communities to eat traditional foods and be more active can help lower their risk of heart disease.

Quick facts

• Phase: NA
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 368 (estimated)
• Ages: 18 Years and up
• Sex: All
• Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University (other)
• Locations: 2 sites (Bethel, Alaska and 1 other locations)
• Trial ID: NCT06629610 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This intervention aims to reduce heart disease risk among Yup'ik Alaska Native people by encouraging the consumption of traditional subsistence foods and healthy store-bought options while promoting a more active lifestyle. The approach is grounded in the Yup'ik worldview and Indigenous Food Sovereignty, emphasizing community engagement and partnership throughout the research process. The intervention will be implemented in participating Yup'ik communities over a 24-month period, utilizing a Community-Based Participatory Research framework to ensure cultural relevance and effectiveness.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this intervention are Yup'ik Alaska Native individuals aged 18 and older who reside in participating Yup'ik communities and are committed to the 24-month program.

Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Yup'ik Alaska Native or who plan to move out of the community during the intervention may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly lower heart disease risk and improve overall health outcomes for Yup'ik Alaska Native individuals.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on culturally adapted interventions for Indigenous populations have shown promise, suggesting that this approach may be effective.

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* Participants Inclusion criteria: Self-identify as Yup\'ik Alaska Native, Lives in a participating Yup\'ik community, Does not plan to move out of the community throughout the intervention (24 months), 18 years of age or older.
* Communities Inclusion criteria: Willing to participate in the DAiLY intervention as evidenced by letters of support for the intervention study provided by community Tribal governments; Willing and ready to participate in the Community Based Participatory Research process (Community Planning Group, Home-based Workshops, Food Store Component, review of research outcomes) Food stores Inclusion Criteria: Located within the participating community, Store commonly used by community members, Does not anticipate closing permanently during the intervention period, Tribal Corporation stores (governed by Tribal Council) willing and able to facilitate all of the following intervention components at their food store: allow interactive sessions / taste tests in their food store, increase stocking of healthy foods and beverages, allow display of intervention shelf labels and other educational materials in their store (e.g., posters, flyers)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participants Exclusion criteria: Currently pregnant (as dietary intake and PA recommendations differ during pregnancy), Anticipates moving out of the community in the next 24 months, Age is under 18 years of age, Participated in the pilot intervention

Where this trial is running

Bethel, Alaska and 1 other locations

• Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation — Bethel, Alaska, United States (RECRUITING)
• Oregon Health and Science University — Portland, Oregon, United States (NOT_YET_RECRUITING)

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Bert B Boyer, PhD — Oregon Health and Science University
• Study coordinator: Bert B Boyer, PhD

Conditions: Heart Disease, Intervention, Alaska Native, Community Health