Highlights
Prevalence of diabetes in the United States continues to increase.
The rate of increase of diabetes is higher among those living in poverty.
Poor families are less likely to eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables.
Fruit and vegetable prescription programs may help control type 2 diabetes.
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