Food As Medicine
3 articles
Food as Medicine Is More Than a Buzzword, But It's Not a Sustainable Solution—Yet
The concept of 'food as medicine' is a powerful, evidence-based framework for improving health, but it is not yet a sustainable solution due to profound systemic barriers. This article explores the scientific underpinnings and the challenges preventing its equitable integration into modern medicine.
What Are Food as Medicine Programs in Healthcare?
Food as Medicine programs integrate access to nutritious food directly into healthcare, addressing food and nutrition insecurity. Discover how these evidence-based initiatives nourish patients back to health and improve chronic disease management.
Trinity Health Food as Medicine Programs Target Community Health and Nutrition
Healthcare systems like Trinity Health are expanding 'Food as Medicine' initiatives, integrating nutrition into clinical care to improve community health. This strategic shift focuses on preventing and managing illness while bolstering local food economies.