Food as Medicine
In collaboration with Hy-Vee, local produce vendors and community clinics, Avera Research Institute seeks to provide food as medicine for those with the most need. The Food as Medicine study, funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides a $25 per week ($50 per week for families) fresh produce incentive and nutrition education to 400 eligible participants for up to six months using traditional in-store and produce box delivery methods.
Study Goals & Details
The intent of the study is to support low-income adults, families and children in the Sioux Falls area by accomplishing these main goals:
- Reduce food insecurity.
- Increase fruit and vegetable consumption.
- Reduce chronic disease risk.
Each week participants will receive a $25 or $50 voucher for fresh produce or a produce box delivery of equal value throughout the study duration. Each participant will be asked to attend three in-person visits and to complete body measurements, a blood draw and questionnaires about health, family and lifestyle.
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Eligibility
- Eligible for any state or federal nutrition assistance program (e.g., SNAP and WIC) or Medicaid
- Live in the Sioux Falls area
Participating Clinics
- Sioux Falls Avera Health clinics
- Center for Family Medicine clinics
- North Central Heart outpatient clinics
Participating Hy-Vee Store Locations
The Falls Park Farmer's Market also participated in the study in summer 2023.
