Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 65

Using a mobile app to help university students follow the Mediterranean diet

Official title: Effectiveness of a Personalized Intervention Program for the Promotion of the Mediterranean Diet, Based on a Mobile Phone Application (e12HR), in Students of the University of Seville

Run by University of Seville · NCT05532137 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if a mobile app can help university students stick to the Mediterranean diet better than those who don’t use the app.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
Enrollment322 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Seville
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Seville)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 4, 2022
Main results expectedDecember 16, 2024
Study endsDecember 16, 2025
Registry record updatedDecember 24, 2024
Trial IDNCT05532137 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are university students over 18 years old enrolled at the Faculties of Medicine or Pharmacy at the University of Seville.

Probably not a fit

Patients with chronic pathologies, food intolerances, or those who are pregnant may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of a mobile application called e-12HR in improving adherence to the Mediterranean diet among university students. Conducted at the University of Seville, the study involves a controlled, randomized design with two groups: one using the app and a control group. A total of 322 students will participate, with adherence measured at multiple time points over four weeks. Statistical analyses will assess the impact of the intervention on dietary habits.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance healthy eating habits among university students.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown positive outcomes using mobile applications to promote dietary adherence, suggesting this approach is promising.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Both genders.
* Over the age of 18.
* Be a student at the Faculties of Medicine or Pharmacy (University of Seville).
* Possess a mobile telephone with Internet access and iOS or Android operating system.

Exclusion Criteria:

\- Chronic pathologies, food intolerances or pregnancy (situations that could require specialized dietary recommendations).

Where it's running

  • Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
    Seville, Spain
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Luis M Bejar, Doctor — Lecturer (Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health)
  • Study coordinator: Luis M Bejar, Doctor
  • Email: lmbprado@us.es
  • Phone: 34 600024248

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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.
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.