P106 Availability and Affordability of Yogurt in SNAP-Authorized Convenience Stores in Mississippi

Many Mississippians are Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligible, face high rates of food insecurity, and often live in food deserts. Compared to national data, Mississippians were more likely to be obese and reported eating fewer fruits and vegetables. Increasing healthy food availability and affordability in SNAP-authorized convenience stores (CS) may improve Mississippians ’ health and eating behaviors.

Source: Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior - June 30, 2019 Category: Nutrition Authors: Haley Leiner, Tia M. Gregory, Sylvia H. Byrd Tags: Agricultural Production and Food Systems Source Type: research