Fruit and Vegetable Study

The Chun Lab is currently enrolling healthy participants who meet the criteria below. Participants receive personal nutrition reports, a body composition scan, and $300 for successful completion of the study.
This study aims to validate skin antioxidant sensors to assess fruit and vegetable intake and establish reference values for estimating intake status.

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  • Ages 40–64
  • Hispanic adults
  • Non-Hispanic Black adults
  • Asian adults

*Note: Multiracial individuals are not eligible for this study.

You cannot participate if:

  • You have taken prescription medication (other than for diabetes, hypertension, or hyperlipidemia) for more than one month
  • You have had surgery within the past three months
  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding

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What will I do if I participate?

Participation includes both at-home activities and one in-person visit. Total participation time is up to 4 hours, including at-home steps.

At home:

  • Complete two online questionnaires
  • Record your meals for 7 days
  • Collect one stool sample (from a single bowel movement)

At UConn Storrs:

  • Attend one in-person visit (about 65–85 minutes)

During your visit, researchers will:

  • Take body measurements
  • Conduct a blood draw
  • Perform skin measurements on your hand (thumb, palm, wrist)

All measuring devices are safety-certified and have been used in numerous studies.

This study does not include any intervention or follow-up.

Is there compensation for participating?

Yes, you’ll receive $300 if you complete all study procedures. Participants also receive a personalized nutrition report and body composition scan at no cost as part of study participation.

Interested in participating?

Check your eligibility and leave your contact information so we can assist with enrollment.

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Questions?

If you have any questions about the study or participation, please contact:

Phone: 860-377-3750
Email: ochunlab@gmail.com

This study has been approved by the UConn Institutional Review Board (Protocol No. H22-0156).