Fresh produce program for children in Galena Park
Treatments studied
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study gives children and their families fresh fruits and vegetables through a 'produce prescription' program, along with nutrition education and support. It aims to help kids with higher weight improve their eating habits and health.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be a patient at one of the four Legacy Community Health school-based clinics in Galena Park, Texas.
- Your child's body mass index (BMI) must be at or above the 85th percentile, which is considered higher weight for their age and height.
- You must live within about 10 miles of the Houston Food Bank.
- Your child must be on Medicaid or be uninsured with low income.
- A parent must be able to read and write in English or Spanish to fill out surveys.
- You and your child must be willing to complete check-ups for about one year, and your child cannot already be in Brighter Bites.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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