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โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹โ€‹Stretching SNAP Benefits for a Healthier Diet on a Fixed Income

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides a vital lifeline for low-income individuals and families, but the minimum benefit of $23 per month often falls short. Desp...

Understanding SNAP Benefits for Non-US Citizens

Established in 1939, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the federal Food Stamp Program, has evolved into the foremost nutritional aid program in the U.S. As of April 2023, over 21.5 million...

Why the Governmentโ€™s Plan to Control What People Buy with Food Assistance Won't Make America Healthier

President Donald Trump's nominee for the Health and Human Services Department, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has a big goal: he wants to make America healthy again.  ...

March SNAP Benefits Schedule: Key Dates for States Revealed

People who are expecting SNAP benefits may receive them as early as the first week of March. However, not everyone will receive their benefits at the beginning of the month.  The timing of when you receive ...

Will SNAP Benefits Be Available in November During the Government Shutdown?

Millions of Americans depend on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, for help buying healthy food. Normally, SNAP provides monthly benefits to low-income ...

The Hidden Dangers of Forever Chemicals in Our Food System

Forever chemicals, more formally known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), have become an increasing concern in our food system. Though these man-made chemicals have been used for decades in products...

Navigating Florida SNAP Renewal: Ensuring Uninterrupted Access to Vital Benefits

As a beneficiary of the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) in Florida, understanding the recertification process is essential to maintain uninterrupted access to crucial benef...

Planning to Participate in 'Dry January'? Follow These Tips for Success

Every year, more and more people decide to take the Dry January challenge. This movement involves cutting out alcohol for the entire month. Many individuals decide to take on this challenge as a way to ...

Looking to Get in Some Extra Steps Each Day? Here Are Easy Ways to Do It

Most health experts recommend that you aim to get in at least 10,000 steps per day. Unless you have a job that keeps you on your feet all day, this can be a difficult goal to reach. However, there are ...