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Sugary Drink Labeling Study
Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Summary
This study aims to examine the effects of added sugar warning labels on sugary drinks. Participants will be assigned to view either added sugar warning labels or control labels, applied on sugary drinks in an experimental store. Participants will shop for beverages in the store and take a computer survey at 4 visits spaced approximately 1 week apart.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
543
Start Date
2026-02-16
Completion Date
2028-02
Last Updated
2026-02-17
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Added sugar warning
The added sugar warning will say "High in added sugar." The warning will be in an octagon-shaped label. These warnings will be placed on the front of sugary drink containers in the experimental store.
Control label
The control label will display a barcode in a square shape. These labels will be placed on the front of sugary drink containers in the experimental store.
Locations (1)
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States