Published: May 2013

ID #: 68246

Journal: Public Health Nutr

Authors: Phipps EJ, Wallace SL, Stites SD, et al

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This paper reports the design and baseline results of a rewards-based incentive program–the Frequent Buyer Rewards Study–in a large full-service supermarket located in a predominately minority community in Philadelphia, Penn. The Frequent Buyer Rewards Study is a four-phase randomized trial designed to increase the purchase of fruits and vegetables in lower-income households. Baseline data indicates that households purchased only limited amounts and selection of fresh and frozen produce. Households purchased an average of 3.7 servings of fresh vegetables; less than 1 serving of frozen vegetables; 1.9 servings of fresh fruits; and little to no frozen fruit purchases per week.

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