๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-07-15

Using an AI Mobile Application to Promote Healthy Eating (NCT07108452)

Leveraging AI to Transform Dietary Choices for Cardiovascular Health in Young Adults Experiencing Food Insecurity

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: University of California, Davis

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this feasibility study is to determine the adherence, acceptability, and usability of the behavioral intervention of a mobile AI application and its effects on food choices and diet quality. A secondary goal is to assess whether the app's accuracy or feasibility differs by food security status. Study participants are UC Davis students aged 18-24 years. The main question it aims to answer is: \- Does the gamified app version that delivers behavioral nudges have a higher adherence and acceptability rate, and does this translate to better dietary behaviors? Participants will use either the intervention app (dietary assessment + gamification) or the control app (non-gamified, dietary assessment only) for six weeks to record all their food intake. Diet quality will be assessed at baseline and endline, and a Likert scale acceptability questionnaire will be administered at endline.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of California, Davis - Department of Nutrition โ€” Davis, California

Age range: 18 Years to 24 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • A mobile application that uses AI to deliver behavioral nudges that encourage healthy food choices. (OTHER)
  • Limited app version for dietary assessment only (OTHER)

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of California, Davis - Department of Nutrition โ€” Davis, California

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (530) 752-4630

Email: cadomfe@ucdavis.edu

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๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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