Poi for Mama
Are you pregnant and live in the Koʻolau Region?
Researchers from the University of Hawaiʻi are inviting pregnant women from Koʻolaupoko and Koʻolauloa to participate in a 4-week research project!
The purpose of this research is to learn more about how eating poi may support health during pregnancy.
Participants may receive up to $385 in compensation for their time and effort in the study
For more information, contact: poiformama@cc.hawaii.edu or (808) 586-3007.
You may qualify if you:
- Are at least 18 years old
- Are between 10 to 22 weeks pregnant
- Live in the Koʻolau region (Waimānalo to Waimea)
- No pre-existing health conditions
- Own a smartphone
- Able to read and write in English
If you join, you will:
- Receive 1 lb of poi daily for 4 weeks
- Complete research questionnaires
- Provide self-collected vaginal swabs
- Receive compensation for your time and participation