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Study: Food prescription programs for food-insecure older adults work best when fresh food is delivered to their door
People who eat fresh food are healthier than those who don't. That simple fact is the basis of food prescription programs that make fruits, vegetables and other foods free for people who are food insecure.
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People who eat fresh food are healthier than those who don't. That simple fact is the basis of food prescription programs that make fruits, vegetables and other foods free for people who are food insecure. But just giving people vouchers to redeem for fresh produce isn't enough. Research shows that only 9% to 18% of those who receive such vouchers actually use them.
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