Status:
COMPLETED
An Evaluation of a Culturally- and Linguistically-Appropriate Online Diet Program for U.S Hispanics
Lead Sponsor:
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Conditions:
Obesity
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-75 years
Phase:
PHASE2
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to conduct a randomized trial to rigorously test the efficacy of the MiDieta eHealth portal for weight loss among overweight, though otherwise healthy, members of the Hisp...
Detailed Description
Obesity is a major and growing problem among U.S. Hispanics with serious implications for diabetes and other chronic disease risks. Current trends among youth suggest that disparities in obesity betwe...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Women and men of Hispanic/Latino origin born in Mexico, Central or South America, the Caribbean, Spain or the United States
- Between 18 and 75 years of age
- BMI \>/= 24.85
- Otherwise "healthy" individuals (lack of major medical/psychiatric/ or chronic problems/disease - with the exception of Type 2 diabetes and controlled hypertension)
- Not participating in other weight loss treatment programs and not planning on it for at least 12-16 more months
- Internet access at least once per week
- The participant has the ability to engage in at least light activity (walking, etc)
Exclusion
- The participant has a continuous history of major medical or psychiatric problems (requiring continuous medication and/or close physician supervision)
- Diagnosis with Type 1 diabetes
- The participant is pregnant or planning a pregnancy within the next 16 months
- The participant is unable to participate in any exercise regimen
- The participant is currently participating in MiDieta
- The participant is currently participating in other weight loss programs or plans to in the next 12-16 months
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
September 1 2004
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
February 1 2009
Estimated Enrollment :
1000 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00372606
Start Date
September 1 2004
End Date
February 1 2009
Last Update
October 7 2009
Active Locations (1)
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DrTango, Inc.
Roswell, Georgia, United States, 30076