It's Native: Nudging Healthy Ways

It's Native: Nudging Towards Healthy Ways in Southeastern American Indian Country

Native Americans suffer disproportionately from chronic diseases that may be prevented by achieving a healthy diet, physical activity and weight. For this pilot study, the aim is to examine the effectiveness and feasibility of a standard lifestyle management program implemented in community based settings among Native Americans.

A pilot study will be implemented to establish comparison data for the delivery of a standard lifestyle management program among Southeastern Native Americans. The program addresses the physical and intellectual domains. The ultimate goal will be to use focus group data and this pilot pre-post clinical trial to inform further cultural and social adaptations that could advance the effectiveness of lifestyle management programs in Southeastern Native Americans.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Not pregnant and more than 6 months postpartum
• Without complicated disease (ie. renal failure, cancer)
• Identify as Native American
• Resident of study area
• Adults 18-50 years

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pregnant or within 6 months postpartum
• Complicated diseases states that are contraindications for the program goals
• Not Native American
• Not permanent resident of study area
• Less than 18 years of age or older than 50 years of age