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NCT01674751 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA

What to Eat for Lunch? A Pilot Study to Improve Healthier Eating at Work

A NA study, sponsored by Albert Einstein Healthcare Network.

Completed
Registry status
NA
Development phase
31
Enrollment target

NCT01674751: Completed NA study, sponsored by Albert Einstein Healthcare Network.

NCT01674751 is a NA study that has completed, run by Albert Einstein Healthcare Network. The registered enrollment target is 31 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.

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The verdict

NCT01674751, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by Albert Einstein Healthcare Network.

COMPLETED
Registry status
NA
Development phase
31 participants
Enrollment target

Study Summary

This pilot study will test the feasibility and potential effectiveness of a novel approach to improve food choices by employees about what to eat for lunch. The intervention involves the testing of an on-line pre-ordering food program with nutritional information linked to a hospital cafeteria. In this study, the investigators use positive reinforcement of feedback and price discounts during the intervention phase, and then withdraw those components in order to assess the potential for changes to be retained after the study is over. The study draws on principles from the field of behavioral economics and behavioral change. The investigators test the effectiveness of the intervention with 30 employees (study participants) who are overweight or obese. Based on a recent screening of over 5600 Einstein employees, 66% of those screened were identified as either overweight or obese. There are 3 phases to the trial: baseline (P1), 4 week intervention, (P2) and tapering (intervention without reinforcement) (P3). Participants are randomized to one of two groups (intervention and wait-listed controls). Our primary hypotheses are that: 1. Participants will purchase lunches with fewer calories during the intervention compared to baseline. 2. Participants will purchases lunches with fewer calories in the tapering phase compared to baseline. Secondary hypotheses include that, compared with baseline, participants will order lunches with less fat. Changes in participant weight based on self selected goals, and in a measure of mindful eating will also be investigated. The investigators expect that participant adherence will be associated with improved outcomes compared to those who are less adherent.

Primary Outcome

The average number of calories (Kcal) purchased for lunch.

Interventions

  • OTHER Pre-ordering program

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 31 participants
Start Date 2012-06
Est. Completion 2013-12
Phase NA
Albert Einstein Healthcare Network

48 total trials

What the finished NCT01674751 record still lists

NCT01674751 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 31 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower).

The record links to 0 conditions, and to 1 intervention - of which Pre-ordering program is the first listed.

NCT01674751 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT01674751 about?

NCT01674751 is a clinical study titled "What to Eat for Lunch? A Pilot Study to Improve Healthier Eating at Work". This pilot study will test the feasibility and potential effectiveness of a novel approach to improve food choices by employees about what to eat for lunch. The intervention involves the testing of an on-line pre-ordering food program with nutritional information linked to a hospital cafeteria. In t...

What is the current status of trial NCT01674751?

This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 31 participants. The study started on 2012-06. Estimated completion is 2013-12.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01674751?

The interventions under investigation include: Pre-ordering program (OTHER).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01674751?

This trial is sponsored by Albert Einstein Healthcare Network, which has 48 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

How this trial's enrollment target compares

Where NCT01674751's enrollment target sits among peer trials

31 1592nd of 2000 higher than 408 of 2,000 other NA trials

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