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Official title The CARING Study: Creating and Restoring Health Through Nutrition Guidance
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05795439
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The CARING study assesses the health benefits of nutrition education for Blue Cross Blue Shield subscribers, as well as potential healthcare cost savings to subscribers and the insurance company.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Blue Cross Blue Shield subscriber continuously enrolled for the prior 12 months
- Male or female
- Age at least 18 years
- Have a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes
- Ability and willingness to participate in all components of the study, including:
You likely can't join if
- Diabetes mellitus type 1 or history of any endocrine condition that would affect body weight, such as a pituitary abnormality or Cushing's syndrome
- Smoking during the past six months
- Alcohol consumption of more than 2 drinks per day or the equivalent, episodic increased drinking (e.g., more than 2 drinks per day on weekends), or a...
- Current or unresolved past drug abuse
- Recently gave birth, pregnant, or plans to become pregnant before or during the study period
- Unstable medical or psychiatric status
See the full eligibility criteria
- Blue Cross Blue Shield subscriber continuously enrolled for the prior 12 months
- Male or female
- Age at least 18 years
- Have a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes
- Ability and willingness to participate in all components of the study, including:
- Following a plant-based diet for the initial 16 weeks of the study;
- Attending weekly online classes for the initial 16 weeks of the study; and
- Keeping physical activity level consistent throughout the initial 16 weeks of the study.
- Diabetes mellitus type 1 or history of any endocrine condition that would affect body weight, such as a pituitary abnormality or Cushing's syndrome
- Smoking during the past six months
- Alcohol consumption of more than 2 drinks per day or the equivalent, episodic increased drinking (e.g., more than 2 drinks per day on weekends), or a history of alcohol abuse or dependency followed by any current use
- Current or unresolved past drug abuse
- Recently gave birth, pregnant, or plans to become pregnant before or during the study period
- Unstable medical or psychiatric status
- Cancer diagnosis
- Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 or 5
- Evidence of an eating disorder
- Lack of English fluency
- Bariatric surgery in the last 6 months
- Dementia
- Institutional custodial care
- End of life
- Palliative Care
- Actively engaged in specific BCBSM diabetes programs and case management programs
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.