FoodSteps for Binge Eating & Food Insecurity

Evaluating a Digital Intervention for Binge Eating and Weight Management Among Adults With Food Insecurity

The purpose of this study is to conduct a pilot trial of a mobile intervention that targets binge eating and weight-related behaviors, to determine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of the intervention among adults with recurrent binge eating, diabetes, and food insecurity.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adults age 18 years or older
• Recurrent binge eating (≥12 episodes in the past 3 months)
• Type 2 diabetes mellitus
• Food insecure status (e.g. difficulty accessing food)
• Interested in losing weight and reducing binge eating
• Willing to use a mobile application
• Has a smartphone with Internet access and capacity for calls and text messaging
• Has a valid email address
• Not pregnant
• English-speaking

Exclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis for which the study/intervention is not clinically indicated
• Currently receiving clinical services for weight management or binge eating
• Started or recently (within the past month) changed dosage of a medication for binge eating, weight management, or diabetes