Food Access Plant-Based Articles - Center for Nutrition Studies https://nutritionstudies.org/t/food-access/ Food. Science. Health. Mon, 07 Apr 2025 22:27:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 Can Organic Farming Feed the World? https://nutritionstudies.org/can-organic-farming-feed-the-world/ Mon, 07 Apr 2025 19:23:04 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=54143 In the ongoing debate between conventional and organic farming, it’s commonly believed that conventional agriculture is necessary to meet the growing global demand for food. However, decades of research from the Rodale Institute show that organic farming can not only match but often outperform conventional methods in terms of yield, sustainability, and profitability.

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Written by Steven Disla.

]]> Karen Washington: How Food Shapes Our Communities https://nutritionstudies.org/karen-washington-how-food-shapes-our-communities/ Mon, 25 Oct 2021 17:51:27 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39755 Colleen Alexander sat down with Karen Washington to hear her perspective on how food shapes neighborhoods and communities, either for the better or worse.

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Written by Colleen Alexander, MA.

]]> GRACE Project Improves Individual & Community Health Through Nutrition in Kenya https://nutritionstudies.org/grace-project-improves-individual-community-health-through-nutrition-in-kenya/ Sat, 24 Jul 2021 13:00:13 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=37873 GRACE Initiative’s Food Literacy Project in Kenya’s Kisii County promotes the importance of traditional plant-based foods and climate-smart farming.

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Written by Euvonne Nyaboke.

]]> Urban GreenWorks: A True Testament to How Food Can Shape Communities https://nutritionstudies.org/urban-greenworks-a-true-testament-to-how-food-can-shape-communities/ Thu, 03 Jun 2021 20:04:40 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36992 In response to the many consequences of COVID-19 on the environment and global food system, UGW is promoting regenerative solutions near and far.

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Written by Roger Horne.

]]> Carbondale Food Autonomy Initiative Creates Equitable Food Systems in Illinois https://nutritionstudies.org/carbondale-spring-food-autonomy-initiative-creates-equitable-food-systems-in-illinois/ Thu, 27 May 2021 13:00:52 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36780 Carbondale Spring is a people’s movement in southern Illinois that is empowering its community by enabling food autonomy.

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Written by Nicholas Smaligo.

]]> Vecino Victory Garden Feeds Those Facing Food Insecurity in California https://nutritionstudies.org/vecino-victory-garden-feeds-those-facing-food-insecurity-in-california/ Mon, 17 May 2021 19:49:06 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36693 In a California community affected by the destruction of wildfires since 2018, Vecino Victory Garden is promoting food security and power.

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Written by Toni Zanella and Rhys Pritchett.

]]> Empowering NYC’s Latinx Community for Plant-Based Health Resilience https://nutritionstudies.org/empowering-nycs-latinx-community-for-plant-based-health-resilience/ Tue, 11 May 2021 13:00:45 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36561 Jumpstart programs not only give powerful short-term evidence of the benefits of food-as-medicine, but also empower future community changemakers.

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Written by Lianna Levine Reisner and Aifra Castillo Ruiz.

]]> How to Start a Sustainable At-Home Garden https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-start-a-sustainable-at-home-garden/ Mon, 03 May 2021 13:42:16 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36387 Sustainable gardening is great for the planet and for your health, there’s no doubt about that, but the endeavor can feel a little daunting at first. Have no fear, though: these practical tips will help you acquire green thumb status this growing season!

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Rodale Institute Brings Organic Food to Mobile Farmers Market https://nutritionstudies.org/rodale-institute-brings-organic-food-to-mobile-farmers-market/ Sat, 24 Apr 2021 13:00:30 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=36126 Through decades of research, farmer training, and new, innovative food access programs, the Rodale Institute champions regenerative organic agriculture.

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Written by Jesse Barrett.

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