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The ADAPT-GH Study
Official Title Adaptation of the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Eating Pattern to Improve Cardiovascular, Kidney, and Metabolic Health in Ghanaian Adults: The ADAPT-GH StudyPurpose
This study will develop and test a culturally adapted meal plan consistent with the DASH eating pattern to improve blood pressure and heart health among Ghanaian adults with elevated BP.
We hypothesize that adapting a traditional DASH eating pattern to fit the preferences of first-generation Ghanaian immigrant adults, and using a meal plan schedule, shopping list, nutrition education, and remote patient monitoring, will produce improvements in blood pressure and heart health when compared to the traditional DASH eating pattern.
Participants in this study will be involved in one of two parts.
The first part of the study involves group discussion. Using co-design sessions, we will collect information on the nutrition-related experiences, dietary preferences, challenges and facilitators of culture-aligned healthy eating in 15 Ghanaian adults to improve their blood pressure and heart health. We will use the information from these sessions to construct a DASH meal plan that is culturally adapted for the Ghanaian diet. Participation in this part of the study will last a total of 4 weeks, and includes 1 virtual session, with 3 following sessions either virtually or in-person at OSU Wexner Medical Center approved locations. Participants will receive a $25 Kroger gift card for each session attended.
To participate in this part of the study, you must be:
- A first-generation or second-generation Ghanaian Immigrant
- 18 years or older
- Residing in or near Columbus, Ohio
- English speaking
The second part of the study will use a randomized controlled trial to randomly assign 40 adults with elevated blood pressure or hypertension to one of two arms: the culturally adapted DASH meal plan arm or the traditional DASH meal plan arm. Participation in this part of the study will last a total of 20 weeks, and includes 3 in-person lab visits and a follow up, following a meal plan with associated shopping list, taking part in at home blood pressure and weight monitoring, and watching educational nutrition videos. Participants will receive a $25 Kroger gift card for each lab visit attended.
To participate in this part of the study, you must be:
- A first-generation or second-generation Ghanaian Immigrant
- 18 years or older
- Residing in or near Columbus, Ohio
- English speaking
Participants involved in the first part of the study may choose whether they would like to participate in the second part.
Could this study be right for you?
First-Generation or Second-Generation Ghanaian Immigrant
Residing in or near Columbus, Ohio
History of High Blood Pressure/Hypertension
English Speaking
Possesses a Smartphone with Bluetooth Capabilities
Age Range
18 years and up -
Food and Fitness with Medicine
Official Title Food and Fitness with MedicinePurpose
We are conducting a new study to explore whether a supportive program that combines healthy eating, enjoyable physical activity, and practical resources can improve health in postmenopausal women living with heart, kidney, or metabolic conditions who are using weight‑management medications. As more women use these medications, researchers want to understand how they can be paired with supportive lifestyle changes like nourishing food and enjoyable movement to improve overall health.
As more women turn to these medications, there is an important need to understand how they work best alongside real‑world lifestyle supports. This study aims to answer that question.
Depending on your group, you may also take part in activities such as personalized nutrition counseling, cooking demonstrations, groceries or vouchers, structured fitness, and optional online or at‑home resources. The goal of this research is to understand what truly helps people build and maintain healthy habits over time. By participating, you can contribute to research that will help guide future care and improve health programs for women like you.
Could this study be right for you?
Eligibility criteria:
- Post-menopausal
- Have at least one of the following conditions: hypertension, type 2 diabetes, high triglycerides, metabolic syndrome, moderate CKD
- Plan to start a GLP-1 medication or have started a GLP-1 medication within the last 6 weeks
Age Range
45 - 79 years