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health-and-wellness1 year ago•5 min saved

"Free Produce Prescriptions Improve Health, Study Finds"

Studies show that produce prescription programs, which provide free fruits and vegetables to individuals with chronic health conditions or food insecurity, have led to improved health outcomes, including lower non-HDL cholesterol and blood sugar levels, increased produce consumption, and reduced food insecurity. These programs have gained attention and support, with some states exploring Medicaid waivers to fund them, and research indicating potential long-term cost savings and health benefits.

via NBC News|

#chronic-diseases #food-insecurity #health-and-wellness

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Prescription for Free Fruits and Vegetables: A Game-Changer for Heart Health

Prescription programs that provide free fruits and vegetables have been linked to improved heart health, reduced blood pressure, blood sugar, and body mass index (BMI), as well as decreased food insecurity, according to a study published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes. Participants in these programs increased their consumption of fruits and vegetables and reported better health status. The programs, which allow doctors to prescribe produce alongside medications, provide electronic cards or vouchers for free or discounted produce at grocery stores or farmers' markets. The findings highlight the potential of produce prescription programs to address poor nutrition and chronic diseases, but further research is needed to confirm the benefits.

via SciTechDaily|

#chronic-disease #food-insecurity #health

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New Research Shows Eating Fruits & Veggies Lowers Blood Pressure by 10 Points

A recent study published in Circulation, a journal of the American Heart Association, found that participants in produce prescription programs experienced significant improvements in cardiovascular health markers. The study involved over 3,800 participants at risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes, who received monthly funds to purchase fresh produce and attended nutrition classes. Results showed that adults were able to reduce their blood pressure levels by 8.4mmHg, HbA1C levels by 0.3%, and BMI by 0.4kg/m2 on average. Food insecurity also decreased among participants, highlighting the potential of produce prescriptions to address both health and food access issues.

via EatingWell|

#blood-pressure #food-insecurity #fruit-and-vegetable-consumption

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Prescribing Fruits and Vegetables Improves Health, Study Shows

Prescribing fruits and vegetables to individuals at risk for cardiovascular disease has been linked to increased consumption of these foods and multiple health benefits, according to a study published in the American Heart Association's journal Circulation. Participants in produce prescription programs experienced improved body mass index, blood sugar, and blood pressure levels, as well as a decrease in food insecurity. The programs provide electronic cards or vouchers for free or discounted produce at grocery stores or farmers' markets. While further research is needed, these findings suggest that produce prescriptions could be an effective tool for improving health.

via Yahoo Life|

#cardiovascular-disease #food-insecurity #fruit-and-vegetable-prescriptions

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Prescribing Fruits and Vegetables Improves Health and Reduces Food Insecurity

A study published in the American Heart Association's journal Circulation found that "prescribing" fruits and vegetables to adults and children through produce prescription programs is associated with increased consumption of these foods and multiple health benefits. Participants in the programs, which provide electronic cards or vouchers for free or discounted produce, saw improvements in body mass index, blood sugar, blood pressure levels, and a decrease in food insecurity. The study suggests that produce prescriptions could be an important tool for improving health, but further research is needed to confirm the benefits.

via CBS News|

#cardiovascular-disease #food-insecurity #fruit-and-vegetable-prescriptions