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The E.A.T.E.N. study is designed to learn whether a structured, personalized approach can help identify the day-to-day barriers that make it difficult for people to put nutrition recommendations into practice. The study will examine whether the E.A.T.E.N. assessment, individualized pathways, sessions, and study procedures are practical, understandable, and acceptable to participants.
E.A.T.E.N. is a nutrition implementation methodology developed by Bank of Nutrition. It is designed to help identify what may be getting in the way of putting nutrition recommendations into practice and to guide participants toward practical strategies based on their individual needs.
The study is intended for adults age 18 and older who have type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or obesity and meet the study’s eligibility requirements.
Participants will complete an E.A.T.E.N. assessment and take part in eight in-person E.A.T.E.N. sessions over approximately 8 to 12 weeks. Participants may also be asked to provide feedback about their experience with the assessment, sessions, materials, and personalized pathway.
Study sessions will take place in person at Nourishing Journey in Columbia, Maryland. Bank of Nutrition will conduct all study-related activities.
The E.A.T.E.N. assessment looks at several areas that can affect a person’s ability to consistently put nutrition recommendations into practice, including Meal Structure, Meal Timing, Meal Management, and Nutrition Mindset. Assessment results are used to help determine which areas should receive the greatest emphasis during the participant’s sessions.
All participants will receive the complete E.A.T.E.N. methodology and eight study sessions. However, the sequence, emphasis, examples, and action planning may differ depending on the participant’s assessment results and identified implementation barriers.
No. This Phase I study is focused on whether the E.A.T.E.N. methodology and study procedures are feasible, understandable, acceptable, and practical to use. It is not designed to determine whether E.A.T.E.N. causes weight loss, lowers blood sugar, or improves other medical outcomes.
No. Participation in the study does not replace medical care, and Bank of Nutrition will not direct changes to medications or medical treatment. Participants should continue working with their healthcare providers regarding their medical care.
Potential participants may learn about the study through healthcare providers, community organizations, or other approved recruitment sources. A healthcare provider referral does not mean that the provider is conducting the study or making study decisions.
The eight E.A.T.E.N. sessions are expected to occur over approximately 8 to 12 weeks.
Eligible enrolled participants may receive compensation for completing study activities. Specific payment information and requirements will be explained as part of the study consent process.
Some instructional videos and study materials on this page are intended for individuals who are enrolled in the E.A.T.E.N. study. These materials support the study sessions and may also be used when an enrolled participant needs to review approved study content.
Some study materials may be limited to enrolled participants. Access instructions will be provided by the E.A.T.E.N. study team when applicable.
The study is being conducted by Bank of Nutrition, LLC, under the direction of Harriott V. Myers, MPH, Founder and CEO of Bank of Nutrition and Principal Investigator for the E.A.T.E.N. study.
Questions about the E.A.T.E.N. study may be directed to the Bank of Nutrition study team at business@bankofnutrition.org.