Study protocol for iSIPsmarter: A randomized-controlled trial to evaluate the efficacy, reach, and engagement of a technology-based behavioral intervention to reduce sugary beverages among rural Appalachian adults.

ABSTRACT: Sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) consumption is disproportionately high among rural Appalachian adults, with intakes double the national average and nearly four times the recommended amount. This trial targets this major dietary risk factor and addresses notable gaps in the rural digital health intervention literature. iSIPsmarter is a technology-based behavior and health literacy intervention aimed at improving SSB behaviors. It is comprised of six Internet-delivered, interactive Cores delivered weekly, an integrated short message service (SMS) strategy to engage users in tracking and reporting SSB behaviors, and a cellular-enabled scale for in-home weighing. iSIPsmarter is adapted from an evidence-based intervention and is grounded by the Theory of Planned Behavior and health literacy, num

SUBMITTER: Zoellner JM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8595813 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature