Overview
The goal of this study is to improve diet and social cohesion among Chinese American families living in New York City (NYC) through a program that provides whole grains and legumes, builds ethnic identity, and fosters family resilience. The study ultimately aims to leverage this program to address cardiometabolic disease disparities in a culturally meaningful way.
Description
The goal of this study is to improve diet and social cohesion among Chinese American families living in New York City (NYC). In this 12-month program, families will receive a box of whole grains and legumes, bilingual children's books (every other month), and nutrition education/recipes every month. This project is a partnership between NYU and 3 multisectoral organizations (i.e., a local farm, community-based organization, and bilingual book subscription company). The program will be evaluated using surveys at the beginning and end of the 12-month program. Through this pre-post evaluation, the investigators will evaluate the impact of the program on intake of whole grains and fruits and vegetables (inclusive of legumes). The study ultimately aims to leverage this program to address cardiometabolic disease disparities in a culturally meaningful way.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Adults aged 18-90 years
- Self-identify as Chinese or Chinese American
- Caretaker or parent of at least one child who lives with them between the ages of 2-6 years
- Willing and able to provide written consent
- Comfortable speaking English, Cantonese, or Mandarin; reading in English or simplified or traditional Chinese
- Can travel to CPC site for box pick-up monthly
Exclusion Criteria:
- Individuals who don't meet the eligibility criteria