Healthy Living Anson Study

The goal of this randomized delayed control intervention research study is to see if participants who receive education and healthy prepared meals improve the quality of their diet compared to participants who receive only physical activity education and coaching.

Purpose: Evaluate whether a Food is Medicine (FIM) intervention improves the quality of food intake among rural adults who have at least one chronic disease or are at risk for chronic disease compared to those receiving a physical activity intervention. Participants: English speaking Anson County residents 18 years or older Procedures: Randomized delayed intervention control study design - 4 months receive either the FIM intervention (healthy frozen meals and/or produce box, and education by a Community Health Advocate (CHA) or physical activity (PA) education and support via a CHA. At the end of the 4 months, the FIM group will receive the PA intervention, and the PA group receives the FIM intervention with both groups continuing for another 4 months. Data collected will include a funder required survey (demographics, social, and behavioral factors) plus additional study related questions and biometrics. The survey will be completed online or in person for those requiring internet access or support. The biometrics will be obtained at an in-person session. Once enrollment is complete, participants will be randomized into either the FIM or PA group and receive their study materials. Data collection will occur at baseline, midpoint, and at the end of the study.