Great Reads for Good Food

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...

With food prices rising, choosing where you shop can make a big difference in your monthly budget. To find the best deals, a study compared prices at ten major retailers that accept EBT (SNAP benefits). Research...

Food stamps, or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, are an essential form of government assistance that helps individuals and families afford healthy meals. Even though SNAP benefits generall...

Food Stamps have come a long way and actually originated during the Great Depression in Rochester, New York, in 1939. The program would reach some 20 million people, but by 1943, Food Stamps disappeare...

In recent months, Illinois has witnessed a significant rise in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit thefts, amounting to over $4.5 million lost between October 2023 and March 20...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, plays a significant role in aiding low-income families by providing them with necessary sustenance. The SNAP program...

In the United States, the dramatic rise in food costs has led to significant lifestyle changes for many low to middle-income families.  A recent study by Intuit Credit Karma highlights an unsettling trend: nearl...

As lawmakers begin to debate the 2023 farm bill before the September 30 expiration of the current bill, the national food stamp program and its related work requirements are once again being heavily scrutinized. The food...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has stood as a vital pillar of support in the United States, guiding countless families and individuals from challenging times to periods...