Researchers at BIDMC are testing a program to investigate if healthy groceries lower blood pressure in Black adults. Join our study and receive compensation OR 12 weeks of free groceries!
GoFresh: Groceries for Black Residents of Boston to Stop Hypertension
Conducted in Boston, MA
Receive 12 Weeks of Groceries OR $1500
18+ Years Old
Fast Facts
Identify as Black or African American
Conducted in Boston, MA
Receive 12 Weeks of Groceries OR $1500
18+ Years Old
Fast Facts
Identify as Black or African American
Study Background Over half of Black adults have high blood pressure, more than any other racial group in the US. High blood pressure increases the risk of heart disease and early death. A healthy eating pattern has been shown to lower blood pressure. Our research program, GoFresh, aims to test if eating low-salt groceries rich in fruits and vegetables can lower blood pressure in Black adults. We are looking for individuals who live in Boston area communities with a lower number of grocery stores and who might be interested in participating. Your participation may help others in the future as a result of the information gained from this research. Join our study today and receive free groceries for 12 weeks or compensation for your time. |
Additional Information
This study aims to test if low-salt groceries, rich in fruits and vegetables (known as the DASH eating plan) can lower blood pressure in Black adults.
You may qualify for this study if you meet the following criteria:
- 18+ years old
- Identify as Black or African American
- Resting systolic blood pressure of 120 to <150 mm Hg and diastolic blood pressure <100 mm Hg based on the cumulative average across three pre-randomization visits
- Live in Brighton, Chelsea, Dorchester, Hyde Park, Mattapan, Revere, Roxbury, or Winthrop
- Able to receive home-delivered groceries or pick them up at a convenient location and willing to eat only the groceries provided over a 12-week period
- Have access to refrigeration, cooking appliances, and Wi-Fi/cellular service
- Have access to a mobile device or computer to be able to conduct grocery orders via video conference or by phone
- Willing and able to complete required measurement procedures
Half of the participants in this program will receive:
The other half of the study participants will receive:
Participants must commit to all 12 weeks of the intervention plus a 9-month observation period.
All participants will need to come to our Clinical Research Center (off Longwood Avenue in Boston) for in-person survey questions, physical measurements like
blood pressure and weight, and blood draws. There may be up to 7 in-person study visits.
- Fresh groceries delivered to their door for FREE
- Weekly calls from a registered dietitian who helps them order groceries online
The other half of the study participants will receive:
- $500 every month for three months
Participants must commit to all 12 weeks of the intervention plus a 9-month observation period.
All participants will need to come to our Clinical Research Center (off Longwood Avenue in Boston) for in-person survey questions, physical measurements like
blood pressure and weight, and blood draws. There may be up to 7 in-person study visits.
There is no cost for you to participate in the study.
To learn more, contact us at 617-903-7943 or gofresh@bidmc.org.