Distribution of fruit and vegetable vouchers: feasibility and impact.

A team of French researchers studied the impact of distributing "fruit and vegetable" vouchers to vulnerable populations. They found that this initiative encourages consumption (especially among those who consume the least) and could thus, in the long term, improve their nutritional status.

Author(s): Bihan Hélène, Peneau Sandrine, Mejean Caroline, Pelabon Laetitia, Faure Henri, Ducros Véronique, Le clesiau Hervé, Castetbon Katia, Hercberg Serge

Publishing year: 2009

Pages: 16-18

Men's Health, 2009, n° 402, p. 16-18

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