These Local Initiatives Are Combatting America's Food Desert Issue

By Alex Aronson

Apr 30, 2019

Access to fresh food is not just an issue in third-world countries. It's a problem right here on American soil, and it's affecting millions.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines food deserts as "areas that lack access to affordable fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat milk, and other foods that make up a full and healthy diet." This issue is also compounded by factors like lack of financial resources and an excess of convenience stores rather than large retail markets that stock healthy foods. Due to this problem, many communities in the U.S. struggle with a deficiency of proper nutrition, leading to a significant increase in child and adult obesity.

But not all hope is lost. There are some incredible organizations and individuals who dedicate their time to combatting this widespread issue.

Click here to learn how 11 amazing groups are doing their part to put an end to food deserts.

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