Pilot Feasibility Study of a Dyadic Culinary Nutrition Intervention
University of Arizona
Summary
This study will determine the feasibility and acceptability of a 12-week dyadic culinary nutrition program among Hispanic prostate cancer survivor/caregiver dyads using a randomized controlled trial design.
Description
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among Hispanic/Latino men. Following treatment, both survivors and their family caregivers often experience long-term side effects that can be managed through diet. However, few survivors or caregivers meet current nutritional guidelines, and most interventions focus solely on the patient. Because co-residing couples share meals and routines, targeting the survivor-caregiver dyad together may be more effective for dietary modification. This pilot study evaluates "Cooking Healthy - Engaging Families" (CHEF), a remote, dyadic culinary nutrition program d…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–90 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: Survivors * History of prostate cancer diagnosis at any stage (I-IV) * Identifies as Hispanic * Completed primary curative treatment (e.g., chemotherapy, radiation, surgery) 6 weeks prior to enrollment. Note: Men on continuing hormone therapy (ADT) or immunotherapy as maintenance or consolidation treatment are eligible. Men on active surveillance only (no treatment) are not eligible. Inclusion Criterion: Caregivers * Provides unpaid support for the cancer survivor * No prior history of cancer (except non-melanoma skin cancer) Note: Caregivers do not need to identify as…
Interventions
- BehavioralCooking Healthy - Engaging Families (CHEF)
The intervention is a remote dyadic culinary nutrition program that occurs over 12-weeks with 24 total hours of intervention. The intervention includes nutrition education, cooking classes, and health coaching. All sessions are available in English and Spanish and will be held virtually through video-conferencing software and a restricted access website.
- BehavioralControl
Participants will receive written nutrition education developed for cancer survivors aligned with dietary recommendations.
Location
- Arizona Cancer Center at UMC North/University Medical CenterTucson, Arizona