Food Pantry Serves Boston Clinic Patients

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Latinos make up almost 50% of the folks living in the Boston area, many of which struggle with diet-related disease like diabetes. One medical center is hoping to make a difference in the lives of lower-income patients.

Boston-area patients are receiving prescriptions for nutritious food, thanks to the Preventative Food Pantry located at the Boston Medical Center. Patients who need a little extra help buying nutritious food for themselves and their families can bring their doctor-written “prescriptions” to the pantry and swap it for fruits, veggies, and more.

There is also a food demonstration kitchen where folks can learn how to cook healthy food so that it tastes great.

Many other health care providers across the country are following this trend of on-site healthy food access, making healthy living a little easier for all.

Read an interview about the food pantry here.