Seattle’s Fresh Bucks program helps families afford, eat more fresh foods

A University of Washington study recently found that Seattle’s Fresh Bucks program for low-income families to buy fruits and vegetables is also helping their daily intake of fresh produce.

Currently, more than 12,000 Seattle households are enrolled in Fresh Bucks.

Rising food prices can deter some families from buying fresh fruits and vegetables. But researchers found families enrolled in Fresh Bucks consumed at least three daily servings of fruits and vegetables…

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