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08/18/2026

Feeding America research shows that Food is Medicine programs work. Their latest study found fewer hospitalizations and ER visits, along with improved food security for patients.

The results of a massive study released this month by Feeding America found that food banks working with healthcare positively impacted health outcomes in their communities, underscoring food banks’ integral role in the still-evolving landscape of Food as Medicine. The 21 food banks participating ...

07/29/2026

When was the last time you stepped outside? Research shows that as little as 10 minutes a day outside delivers big health benefits. https://healthcare.utah.edu/healthfeed/2026/06/spending-time-outdoors-can-boost-your-mental-health #:~:text=Spending%20Time%20Outdoors%20Can%20Boost%20Your%20Mental,a%20real%20difference%20in%20your%20mental%20health.

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck indoors? Discover how just 10 minutes outside can boost your mood, sharpen your focus, and support your mental health.

07/23/2026

Grandma-style cooking is making a comeback, bringing simple ingredients, familiar flavors, and a sense of comfort to today’s diners.

"Grandmacore" is emerging as a powerful foodservice trend, as diners seek nostalgic comfort foods tied to emotional eating and connection.

07/20/2026

* Congratulations to GrowNYC Greenmarket on 50 years. A milestone worth celebrating! 🌱

This year, GrowNYC is celebrating its 50th anniversary of the city's greenmarkets.

06/25/2026

Tufts University Encouraging new research shows medically tailored meals can improve health outcomes and help lower healthcare costs.

First statewide Medicaid analysis finds fewer hospitalizations and emergency visits—and lower healthcare costs—among meal recipients in Massachusetts

06/16/2026

A positive step to help improve nutritious foods for children.

In the span of a week, Congress introduced two major school food bills.

1️⃣ On May 13th, Senator Bernie Sanders and Rep. Ilhan Omar reintroduced the Universal School Meals Program Act, which would make school breakfast and lunch free for all students.

2️⃣On May 20th, the Scratch Cooked Meals for Students Act was reintroduced by Rep Jahana Hayes, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, Congresswoman Julia Brownley, and Senator Adam Schiff. This bill would create a grant program to expand scratch cooking in schools.

Together, these bills present a major opportunity to reduce childhood hunger and improve children’s diets, which now consist of more than 60% ultraprocessed foods.

Read our full statement: https://ow.ly/8QcR50Z5cxL

06/12/2026

Helpful tips from the Environmental Working Group on how to wash produce and reduce pesticide exposure for your family.

05/12/2026

Whole grain baking is getting well deserved attention by providing great flavor and nutrition while supporting local food systems.

‘You need to get to know them like your friends, basically.’

05/11/2026

Most of us understand the idea of junk food, but ultra-processed foods can be harder to spot. Clearer labeling could help consumers make more informed choices.

04/27/2026

How food as medicine can support better health outcomes, stronger local food systems, and economic growth?

NEW YORK | March 11, 2026 — Food is Medicine (FIM) programs, which provide produce prescriptions and medically tailored meals and groceries to people with