New Publication on Fruit and Vegetable Consumption, Household Food Insecurity, and SNAP Participation Among Attendees of Free Produce Events at Safety-Net Health Center Sites
A recent study highlighting the positive impact of produce distribution events at Department of Health Services/Department of Public Health Center Sites. Participants who attended these events most frequently consumed, on average, one additional serving of fruits and vegetables per day. Despite low participation in SNAP, many attendees faced high levels of food insecurity—underscoring the critical and complementary role these programs play in improving access to nutritious foods for vulnerable populations.