On May 19, Nebraska became the first state to receive approval to prohibit the purchase of soda and energy drinks through SNAP, followed by Indiana, Iowa, Arkansas, Idaho, and Utah. This reflects a bipartisan movement to use SNAP for healthier eating, aiming to address chronic diseases linked to poor diets. A study highlighted that diet-related illnesses cost the U.S. $1.1 trillion annually and contribute to significant mortality. As more states seek waivers to exclude unhealthy foods, there could be systemic changes benefiting public health and economic costs associated with poor nutrition.
The recent granting of waivers allows states to exclude soda and energy drinks from SNAP, a potential turning point in promoting healthier food choices.
With bipartisan support growing, there is a cultural shift toward using SNAP to encourage healthy eating amidst rising diet-related chronic diseases.
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