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Archive Home > 2005 > May > 12 > Federal food vouchers could buy fresh produce for the first time

Federal food vouchers could buy fresh produce for the first time

Government considers updating food program's nutrition guidelines

By Markian Hawryluk / The Bulletin
May 12, 2005

Over the past 30 years, federal dietary advice for Americans has evolved toward a greater focus on whole grains, low-fat dairy products and more fruits and vegetables. Yet the government program providing nutritional assistance to low-income women and children remains mired in a 1970s diet. Now....

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