Use Food to Fight Chronic Illness and Save Money

Food as Medicine

Several organizations are implementing food as medicine in their communities to fight against chronic illness.

By integrating food and education into healthcare, we’re not just treating diseases, we’re preventing them. This could help save billions of dollars in healthcare costs while improving the quality of life for millions.

Let’s talk about a groundbreaking concept presented at the hearing: medically tailored meals. These are meals specifically designed for patients with chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, or cancer. According to the statement of Erin Martin, a nutrition expert, these meals, when combined with proper education, can dramatically improve a patient’s health.

You can listen to the full episode above.