Flavor and Wellness

Health Equity

2 articles

A split image showing a vibrant, green, well-maintained neighborhood on one side and a neglected, less green urban area on the other, symbolizing the impact of environment on health and aging.
Healthy Living

New Research Shows Neighborhoods Impact Cellular Aging, Longevity

New research shows that your neighborhood's conditions are directly linked to cellular aging, potentially accelerating the process for residents in disadvantaged communities. This underscores that your environment matters just as much as your personal habits for healthy aging.

Lauren Fisk·April 9, 2026
Diverse Medicaid patients receiving fresh, healthy food and nutritional guidance at a community market, symbolizing the 'Food is Medicine' initiative in Missouri.
Nutrition

Missouri House Approves 'Food is Medicine' Bill for Medicaid Patients

The Missouri House has approved a 'Food is Medicine' bill, a bipartisan effort to help Medicaid recipients with chronic diet-related illnesses access healthy food and nutritional counseling. This initiative aims to improve health outcomes and reduce long-term healthcare expenditures.

Ryan Patel·April 4, 2026