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SNAP Benefits
Millions of individuals in the United States receive benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP. This program was created to help battle hunger across the Nation. SNAP is overseen by the Food and Nutrition Service who coordi...
Food Stamps: The Ultimate Solution to the National Food Security
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), more commonly known as food stamps, is a government assistance program that provides low-income individuals and families with money to purchase food. In add...
Balancing Choice and Responsibility in SNAP Reform
Few government programs garner as much debate as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps. The latest controversy surrounds the question of whether SNAP recipients should have r...
Want to Increase Your Calcium Intake Without Eating Dairy? Try These Foods
As the most abundant mineral in the body, calcium plays an instrumental role in blood clotting, bone strength, and muscle function. Because calcium is not produced by the body, you need to obtain...
Nutrition and Mental Health: How the Right Foods Can Keep You Happy and Healthy
Did you know that what you eat can directly impact your mood and mental health? Certain foods can help keep you happy and healthy, while others can cause problems like anxiety and depression. ...
Lessons on Mental Health From the Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Though the Tokyo 2020 Olympics were postponed to 2021, the intensity and scope of the event hasn't changed. What has changed is how the athletes and coaches are handling the stress of the event. The combination of the ong...
Lottery Winners Shouldn't Get Food Stamps
Hitting the jackpot in the lottery can be life changing. The influx of millions of dollars provides opportunities that most people can only dream of. However, some big winners continue collecting food stamps, costing taxpayers ...
10 Easy Ways to Get Free or Discounted Food
Whether they admit it or not, nearly everyone loves to eat. When food can be acquired for free, eating it feels all the better, particularly when money is tight and you're trying to live on a budget. Here are ten ways that peopl...
Planning for Your Future During the Stressful COVID-19 Pandemic
Planning for Your Future During the Stressful COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment, school closings, health concerns, and the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic leaves you without access to basic goods and service...