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Assessing the Impact of Food Restrictions Under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) on Food Choices by Children and Families

Some public health advocates and policymakers are proposing restrictions on the types of foods eligible for purchase with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, such as sugary drinks and food products with minimal nutritional value. To date, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has rejected all such proposals due to lack of research on whether More

Keywords: Food outlet, Fruits and vegetables, Home, Nutrition standards, Snacks, Sugar-sweetened beverages, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Date: February 2014

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Focus Areas: Beverages Food Access Nutrition Policy & Programs Pricing & Economics

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Assessing the Impact of Food Restrictions Under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) on Food Choices by Children and Families