Healthcare

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A chef preparing a fresh, colorful meal in a modern hospital kitchen, symbolizing the 'farm-to-gurney' movement for improved patient nutrition and healing.

Beyond Bland: Why a 'Farm-to-Gurney' Revolution Is Essential for Hospital Food

Modern healthcare is failing patients by serving nutrient-poor meals. A federal push is now mandating a 'farm-to-gurney' revolution, integrating therapeutic nutrition directly into patient care to promote true healing.

Ryan Patel·April 7, 2026

Diverse community members harvesting fresh vegetables in a vibrant garden, symbolizing food as medicine, with a hospital in the background representing healthcare integration challenges.

Nutrition

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.

Ryan Patel·April 3, 2026

Healthcare professionals distributing fresh fruits, vegetables, and healthy meals to diverse patients in a clinic, symbolizing Food as Medicine programs integrating nutrition into healthcare for better health outcomes.

Nutrition

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.

Chloe Bennett·March 31, 2026