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Nutrient Composition Analysis of a Produce Prescription Program in the Mississippi Delta

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Objectives: Despite growing investment in Food is Medicine (FIM) interventions, the nutritional content of provided foods remains uncharacterized, limiting the ability to link program exposure to diet and health outcomes. Thus, we quantified the 1) macro- and micronutrient composition and 2) fruit and vegetable portions provided by a produce prescription intervention in the Delta GREENS (Growing a Resilient, Enriching, Equitable, Nourishing food System) FIM Project.

Source: Current Developments in Nutrition

DOI: 10.1016/j.cdnut.2026.108481

Authors: Yarisbel Melo Herrera, Erin Hennessy, Fang Fang Zhang, Daniel J Schultz, Christina D Economos

Institution: Tufts University

Language: English

Topic: Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Zero hunger, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $5,000