New York City: The health buck stops here

As we speak, the NYC Health Department and Human Resources Administration are distributing some 100,000 Health Bucks, making it easier for those in need to buy fresh fruit and vegetables at New York City’s farmers’ markets.

What is a health buck?
Health Bucks are $2 coupons that can be redeemed for fresh fruits and vegetables at participating farmer’s markets.    For every $5 in Food Stamps spent by a customer at a participating farmer’s market, said customer will receive a $2 Health Buck (while supplies last). 

You can find a list of participating markets by visiting:  www.nyc.gov/healthbucks.  A smaller number of health bucks will be distributed to community organizations in neighborhoods with high rates of poverty and chronic disease.

Is it enough?
Doesn’t seem like much, does it?  What can $2 buy?  Still, considering the fact that two years ago a mere 15,000 health bucks were distributed, I concede.  We’re making progress.  Still, is it enough progress? Weigh-in, please!

Spread the word ... NOT the icing,
Janice

-----------------------------------------------------------------

For Daily Weight Loss Wisdom served-up lite and fluffy, visit Janice's Weight Loss Blog on Beliefnet.
And for the full skinny, go to Our Lady of Weight Loss