Philadelphia Food as Medicine Coalition wants to improve health through nutrition
The newly launched Philadelphia Food as Medicine Coalition aims to integrate nutrition into the healthcare system by addressing the role of food in preventing and managing chronic diseases. The initiative highlights the growing importance of medically appropriate grocery programs and policy efforts to make healthy food more accessible than ultra-processed alternatives.
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This article underscores the shift toward institutionalizing 'Food is Medicine' through local coalitions that bridge the gap between clinical care and community-based nutrition interventions, such as grocery delivery and produce access.
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