Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program for Type 2 Diabetes
A Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes Complications
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 120 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Milton S. Hershey Medical Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people with type 2 diabetes who want to improve their diet. Participants will receive vouchers for fruits and vegetables and be contacted by study staff during the trial.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
- I have had this diagnosis for at least six months
- My A1c level is 7% or higher
- I have low income, such as being on SNAP or uninsured
- I can give a blood sample
- I am willing to talk to study staff
- I can read and write in English or Spanish
- I can give my informed consent
You may not be able to join if
- I have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes for less than six months
- I participated in the Veggie Rx program in the past year
- I have attended diabetes education sessions in the past year
- I am pregnant or plan to become pregnant during the study
- I have uncontrolled mental illness or substance abuse issues
- I have had a serious medical condition, like a heart attack or stroke, in the past 3 months
- My A1c level is below 7%
- I cannot provide informed consent or a blood sample
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Dietary intake of fruits and vegetables (F\&V) is a cornerstone for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, however less than 16% of Hispanic adults consume the recommended number of servings each day. F\&V prescription (F\&V Rx) programs are embedded into clinical settings and provide patients with vouchers to purchase F\&V at local retailers. The proposed study aims to test the effects of a F\&V Rx on…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patient at Penn State Health St. Joe's Medical Center
* Diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus greater than or equal to six months
* A1c level is greater than or equal to 7% (53 mmol/mol)
* Low income defined as enrolled in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is u…
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