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 type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 322 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Seville Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seville) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | April 4, 2022 |
| Main results expected | December 16, 2024 |
| Study ends | December 16, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | December 24, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT05532137 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
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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
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.