Access to Healthy Food In The News Updated February 2008 The NCSL Active Living Leadership Program regularly collects resources of interest to legislators, policymakers and those interested in nutrition access-related issues. We provide the links below for informational purposes only, and they do not necessarily reflect NCSL positions. "Cities Study Dearth of Healthy Food " This article from the USA Today examines the lack of markets selling nutritious food in many lower-income urban areas. This, combined with a lack of transportation options for poorer residents, and a preponderance of fast-food and corner stores packed with soda and chips, creates an environment in which eating healthy is often quite difficult. Many cities of varying sizes and demographics are studying the issue or devising programs to aid food insecure residents and create healthier options in these neighborhoods. To read this article, click here. For more resources on this issue, including information on the Fresh Food Financing Initiative in Pennsylvania that is mentioned in this article, please click here. Return to Access to Healthy Food Menu Page |