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Food Stamps: The Government's Effort to Help Americans Eat Healthier Meals
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), more commonly known as food stamps, is a government assistance program that provides low-income Americans with money to purchase food. The prog...
More States Are Limiting What Foods Can Be Bought With SNAP Benefits
Starting in 2026, twelve states—including Texas and Florida—will make new rules about what foods people can buy using their SNAP benefits. SNAP, also known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assi...
Self-Care Tips to Make it Through the COVID-19 Quarantine
Like nearly every other American, you are probably reading this article from your home since you have been ordered to remain there while the COVID-19 crisis unfolds. Many people could end up mired in a funk or depres...
This Crazy Trick Instantly Makes Your Face Masks Fit You Better
Countless studies have shown a simple face mask made of fabric, paper, or plastic can help cut back on COVID-19 spread. As epidemiologist Dr. George Rutherford explains, a face mask helps catch infected droplets...
Is Intermittent Fasting the Diet Plan for You? What You Need to Know
A recent study out of the UK is shedding more light on the effectiveness of intermittent fasting. If you have been trying to shed some pounds with little success, you may want to consider this new trend in...
How to Store Your Produce for Optimal Taste, Longevity, and Nutrition
While it may not seem like it now with winter weather gripping much of the nation, spring is just around the corner. With the arrival of spring comes a full bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables. This is ...
Struggling with a Weight Loss Plateau? Here is How You Can Break Through
Anyone who has ever tried to lose weight has likely experienced the dreaded plateau. While the weight generally comes off easy during the first few weeks of the effort, this progress eventually stalls ...
Is the Pandemic Over? Here is the Latest on the COVID-19 Health Crisis
With a major war raging in Ukraine and all of the dire economic predictions, it is no wonder that news about COVID-19 has fallen out of the headlines. However, it is important to recognize that the world...
USDA SUN Summer Programs in 2025: Supporting Kids and Families with Free Meals and Grocery Assistance
The USDA’s SUN Summer Programs offer valuable resources to ensure children stay nourished and healthy during the summer months when school meal programs are unavailab...