Availability of Foods and Beverages in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program−Authorized Dollar Stores in a Region of North Carolina

Racine, Elizabeth F.; Batada, Ameena; Solomon, Corliss A.; Story, Mary

doi:10.1016/j.jand.2016.03.014

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“…For example, research in seven states indicated that if the Department of Agriculture's 2016 final rule on SNAP-authorized retailer stocking requirements (which recommends stores that accept SNAP benefits also have a minimum level of stock for several healthy foods) were implemented widely, there would be positive impacts on healthy food options available in SNAP-authorized stores [30]. Research suggests similar efforts are needed in dollar stores, since these stores have no fresh fruit and vegetable options [31], and retailers such as Dollar General are trying to make healthier foods more accessible [32]. Efforts such as these should be evaluated to determine if they will lead to healthier purchases among customers.…”

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Examining Shopping Patterns, Use of Food-Related Resources, and Proposed Solutions to Improve Healthy Food Access Among Food Insecure and Food Secure Eastern North Carolina Residents

Lyonnais

Rafferty

Pitts

et al. 2020

IJERPH

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In the Southern United States (U.S.), food insecurity rates are higher in rural (20.8%) versus urban communities (15%). Food insecurity can exacerbate diet-related disease. Thus, the purpose of this study was to examine differences in the use of food-related community resources and potential solutions proposed among food insecure versus food secure residents. A community survey (n = 370) was conducted in rural eastern North Carolina, with questions pertaining to food security status and food-related resources. The IBM SPSS Statistics software and SAS software were used to examine differences in food-related resources, and qualitative data analysis was used to examine differences in solutions offered between food insecure and food secure participants. Of the 370 respondents, forty-eight-point-six percent were classified as food insecure. Food insecure participants were more likely to report shopping for groceries at a convenience/discount store, less likely to use their own vehicle for transportation, and less likely to purchase food from local producers. Food insecure participants were more likely to suggest solutions related to reducing the cost of healthy food, while food secure participants were more likely to suggest educational or convenience-related interventions.

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Examining Shopping Patterns, Use of Food-Related Resources, and Proposed Solutions to Improve Healthy Food Access Among Food Insecure and Food Secure Eastern North Carolina Residents

Lyonnais

Rafferty

Pitts

et al. 2020

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“…SNAP vendor eligibility implemented in January 2018 requires vendors to stock FV, but does not require those FV to be fresh if other perishable foods are stocked (i.e., meat or dairy), and only one type of perishable food needs to be offered (i.e., selling just one type of fruit would fulfill the fresh FV requirement) [48]. Low income communities tend to have more convenience stores and small markets [49,50] where the availability of FV tends to be lower [51][52][53]. Therefore, the retail capacity, including the availability of freezers/refrigeration, must be considered when designing fresh FV incentive programs.…”

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Fruit and Vegetable Incentive Programs for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Participants: A Scoping Review of Program Structure

Engel

Ruder

2020

Nutrients

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The low intake of fruits/vegetables (FV) by Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants is a persistent public health challenge. Fruit and vegetable incentive programs use inducements to encourage FV purchases. The purpose of this scoping review is to identify structural factors in FV incentive programs that may impact program effectiveness, including (i.) differences in recruitment/eligibility, (ii.) incentive delivery and timing, (iii.) incentive value, (iv.) eligible foods, and (v.) retail venue. Additionally, the FV incentive program impact on FV purchase and/or consumption is summarized. Using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines for scoping reviews, a search of four bibliographic databases resulted in the identification of 45 publications for consideration; 19 of which met the pre-determined inclusion criteria for full-length publications employing a quasi-experimental design and focused on verified, current SNAP participants. The data capturing study objective, study design, sample size, incentive program structure characteristics (participant eligibility and recruitment, delivery and timing of incentive, foods eligible for incentive redemption, type of retail venue), and study outcomes related to FV purchases/consumption were entered in a standardized chart. Eleven of the 19 studies had enrollment processes to receive the incentive, and most studies (17/19) provided the incentive in the form of a token, coupon, or voucher. The value of the incentives varied, but was usually offered as a match. Incentives were typically redeemable only for FV, although three studies required an FV purchase to trigger the delivery of an incentive for any SNAP-eligible food. Finally, most studies (16/19) were conducted at farmers’ markets. Eighteen of the 19 studies reported a positive impact on participant purchase and/or consumption of FV. Overall, this scoping review provides insights intended to inform the design, implementation, and evaluation of future FV incentive programs targeting SNAP participants; and demonstrates the potential effectiveness of FV incentive programs for increasing FV purchase and consumption among vulnerable populations.

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“…[25][26][27] In particular, pharmacies and dollar stores have increased in the market share of food retailers, 28,29 and in many geographic regions of the US, these stores can be located in low-income neighborhoods or food deserts. 30 Although, the inclusion of these non-traditional stores in food environment research is limited, recent research efforts in Minneapolis-St. Paul have demonstrated that nearly 85% of pharmacies and 92% of dollar stores sell some type of fruit and vegetables, and 23% of pharmacies sell fresh fruits and vegetables. 27 Unfortunately, food purchases at small and non-traditional food stores have been associated with energy-dense and poor quality food choices, 23,[31][32][33] and purchasing food from small stores has been linked to increased obesity risk and other poor health outcomes.…”

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Perceptions of a Healthier Neighborhood Food Environment Linked to Greater Fruit and Vegetable Purchases at Small and Non-Traditional Food Stores

Barnes

Lenk

Caspi

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Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition

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The aim of this study was to examine associations between perceived neighborhood food environments and food purchasing at small and non-traditional food stores. Intercept interviews of 661 customers were conducted in 105 small and non-traditional food stores. We captured (1) customer perceptions of the neighborhood food environment, (2) associations between customer perceptions and store-level characteristics, and (3) customers' perceptions and shopping behaviors. Findings suggest that customers with more favorable perceptions of the neighborhood food environment were more likely to purchase fruits and vegetables, despite no significant association between perceptions of the neighborhood and objectively measured store characteristics.

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Availability of Foods and Beverages in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program−Authorized Dollar Stores in a Region of North Carolina

Cited by 35 publications

References 4 publications

Examining Shopping Patterns, Use of Food-Related Resources, and Proposed Solutions to Improve Healthy Food Access Among Food Insecure and Food Secure Eastern North Carolina Residents

Examining Shopping Patterns, Use of Food-Related Resources, and Proposed Solutions to Improve Healthy Food Access Among Food Insecure and Food Secure Eastern North Carolina Residents

Fruit and Vegetable Incentive Programs for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Participants: A Scoping Review of Program Structure

Perceptions of a Healthier Neighborhood Food Environment Linked to Greater Fruit and Vegetable Purchases at Small and Non-Traditional Food Stores

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