Monthly fruit and vegetable vouchers for adults with type 2 diabetes and food insecurity
Tests produce vouchers and diet education in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Cardiometabolic Impact of a Produce Prescription Program in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes and Food Insecurity
Key facts
- Where
- Morgantown, United StatesSee the site
AI summary: who the study is looking for
From the trial's eligibility criteria. Machine-read from the registry text on this page, so it can be wrong. The registry text below and the trial team decide who can take part.
The trial is looking for adults with type 2 diabetes and poorly controlled blood sugar who struggle to get enough food. They are treated at WVU clinics.
- Age
- 18 years or older
- Sex
- All sexes can join.
- Disease stage
- Type 2 diabetes with a most recent HbA1c above 8% (64 mmol/mol) in the past 6 months.
- Earlier treatment
- Must have had a clinic visit within the past 6 months and be receiving care at WVU cardiometabolic, endocrinology, or primary care clinics.
- Biomarker or test result
- Most recent HbA1c above 8% (64 mmol/mol). A positive result on the USDA 6-item food security survey, which shows food insecurity.
Main reasons for not taking part
- End-stage renal disease
- Advanced heart failure
- Severe cognitive impairment
- Chronic pancreatitis or pancreatic malignancy
- Pregnancy at the time of enrollment
Read by machine on 9 November 2026.
Where in United States
- West Virginia University Heart and Vascular InstituteMorgantown, United StatesNo longer taking part
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- West Virginia University
- Trial code
- NCT07674979
- Record updated
- 17 August 2026
- Original description
This study is testing whether providing monthly vouchers to buy fruits and vegetables can help improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. People receiving care at WVU clinics who recently had an HbA1c level above 8% will be invited to participate in the study. Those who are interested will speak with a study coordinator, be screened for eligibility, and, if eligible, will provide written consent to join the study. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will receive $100 per month in produce-only grocery vouchers and standardized dietary education for 5 months, followed by 5 months of usual diabetes care. The second group will receive usual diabetes care first for 5 months, followed by 5 months of produce-only grocery vouchers and standardized dietary education. This crossover design allows all participants to experience both approaches during the study. Researchers will measure changes in blood sugar (HbA1c) as the main outcome. Other outcomes include blood pressure, cholesterol levels, body weight, diet quality, food security, anxiety symptoms, depressive symptoms, and physical activity. These will be assessed through lab tests, clinic measurements, and surveys at certain time points during the 10 month study period. The study team will also track how often participants use the vouchers and any challenges they face. The risks of participating are expected to be minimal and similar to routine diabetes care. The total study duration, including enrollment, participation, and analysis, is expected to be about 18 months.Read full original descriptionShow less
A Randomized Crossover Trial Evaluating the Cardiometabolic Impact of a Produce Prescription Program in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes and Food Insecurity
This study is testing whether providing monthly vouchers to buy fruits and vegetables can help improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. People receiving care at WVU clinics who recently had an HbA1c level above 8% will be invited to participate in the study. Those who are interested will speak with a study coordinator, be screened for eligibility, and, if eligible, will provide written consent to join the study. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will receive $100 per month in produce-only grocery vouchers and standardized dietary education for 5 months, followed by 5 months of usual diabetes care. The second group will receive usual diabetes care first for 5 months, followed by 5 months of produce-only grocery vouchers and standardized dietary education. This crossover design allows all participants to experience both approaches during the study. Researchers will measure changes in blood sugar (HbA1c) as the main outcome. Other outcomes include blood pressure, cholesterol levels, body weight, diet quality, food security, anxiety symptoms, depressive symptoms, and physical activity. These will be assessed through lab tests, clinic measurements, and surveys at certain time points during the 10 month study period. The study team will also track how often participants use the vouchers and any challenges they face. The risks of participating are expected to be minimal and similar to routine diabetes care. The total study duration, including enrollment, participation, and analysis, is expected to be about 18 months.
Inclusion: Diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus; Most recent HbA1c >8% within the prior 6 months; Must have had a clinic visit within the past 6 months; Positive screening for food insecurity based on the USDA 6-item food security survey; Receiving care through WVU cardiometabolic, endocrinology, or primary care clinics; Able and willing to provide written informed consent.
Exclusion: End-stage renal disease; Advanced heart failure; Severe cognitive impairment; Pancreatic malignancy; Chronic pancreatitis; Pregnancy at time of enrollment; Anticipated inability to utilize intervention vouchers (e.g., lack of access to Walmart).