Evidence-based Food as Medicine
Foodsmart is rooted in science. Backed by numerous clinical, peer-reviewed publications you can see the evidence in our solution. Our research team, led by MDs and PhDs, apply rigorous epidemiological methods and are grounded in behavioral theories. We welcome any research-related inquiries and collaborations.
Our latest peer-reviewed research
5% Weight Loss
In a study of 8,977 Foodsmart members with obesity, 59% lost weight. Over 24 months, 33% of members lost 5% of their weight.
Glycemic Control in Diabetes
Among members with diabetes, 21% achieved a normal HbA1c level, and 39% of those engaged with Foodsmart over >24 months achieved a normal HbA1c level.
Food Insecurity Reversal
42% of food insecure members became food secure using Foodsmart after using the platform for at least 6 months.
Improved Hypertension
33% of participants with stage 2 hypertension (SBP ≥ 140 mmHg or DBP ≥ 90 mmHg) achieved blood pressure levels below stage 2 hypertension after engaging with Foodsmart.
Improving Cholesterol in Dyslipidemia
Among Foodsmart members with dyslipidemia, 36% of them returned to normal lipid levels.
Sustained Weight Loss
Of 1,740 Foodsmart members with obesity who reported weight 3 times, we found that 39% of participants lost at least 5% weight and of those users, 22% sustained weight loss over a median of 25 months.
Health Plan Programs
We cater to a number of unique health plan populations, including Medicaid, Medicare Advantage & Commercial populations.
Foodsmart is a product members love, as evidenced by our NPS of 86, that helps retain and grow your Medicaid population.
Foodsmart is a product members love, as evidenced by our NPS of 86, that helps retain and grow your Medicaid population.
Foodsmart is a product members love, as evidenced by our NPS of 86, that helps retain and grow your Medicaid population.
Commercial Insurance
We leverage our experience with over 500 employers today to provide solutions based on your FI or SI members. We can work with your sales teams to position the product appropriately to your book of business to maximize retention & sales. Our product can range from delivering general population health, to addressing food insecurity, to reversing specific chronic conditions.
Medicaid Populations
We have adjusted our product specifically to serve Medicaid members, by meeting regulatory requirements and introducing features to maximize member engagement and support. We leverage our retail partners to use online grocery delivery with SNAP integration to address food deserts and food insecurity. Our Registered Dietitians can take appointments via phone and help your members set up accounts and create food insecurity solutions.
Medicare Advantage
We work with you to incorporate our telehealth nutrition benefits appropriately for bid submissions, especially around supplemental benefits, healthy food cards, and medically tailored meals so that you can provide these solutions from one source. Our Medicare Advantage food benefits and telehealth benefits meet all Medicare Advantage regulatory requirements.
Food As Medicine
Foodsmart is rooted in science. Backed by numerous clinical, peer-reviewed publications you can see the evidence in our solution. Our research team, led by MDs and PhDs, applies top epidemiological standards and has partnered with several research institutions to conduct studies.
Explore a number of our clinical research studies and ask your sales rep about how we can incorporate value-based care into your plan today.
Foodsmart Research Offerings
Partner with Foodsmart to accelerate your research. Our unique database and platform can help answer today’s critical research questions.
Foodsmart Database
Foodsmart partners with employers, health plans and directly with consumers with a network of over 1.5M users. This allows us to quickly collect data and scale research quickly and efficently.
Foodsmart Platform
Use Foodsmart’s digital platform and services for your research study. Leverage features like the Nutriquiz & Nutriscore, telenutrition, SNAP enrollment, grocery ordering and price comparison, and meal delivery.
Registered Dietitian Network
For your program or study, tap into our national network of registered dietitians, who are clinically trained and licensed in all 50 states to deliver personal nutrition guidance through virtual visits and facilitate better health.
Nutritional Epidemiology
Our team of PhD scientists can help you conduct analyses and interpret results from your study. Services include study design, project planning, literature review, data cleaning, data analysis and interpretation, and manuscript writing.