scholarly journals Impact of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Benefit Reduction or Loss on Food-at-Home Acquisitions and Community Food Program Use

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (22) ◽  
pp. 12004
Author(s):  
Namrata Sanjeevi
Keyword(s):  
Healthy Eating Index ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ◽  
Food Sources ◽  
Poverty Level ◽  
Food Acquisition ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition ◽  
Assistance Program ◽  
Nutrition Environment ◽  
Nutrition Assistance ◽  
At Home

Since Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are vital for food-at-home (FAH) acquisitions among participating families, changes in participation or benefit amounts may impact FAH purchase and use of community-based food programs (CFP). The association of the loss of or a reduction in SNAP benefits with FAH acquisitions and CFP use was assessed using 2012–2013 National Household Food Acquisition and Purchase Survey data. Households with incomes equal to or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Level were categorized as (1) current SNAP households, (2) households with benefit loss in the preceding year, or (3) households with benefit loss for more than a year. Current SNAP households were classified as receiving (1) lesser-than-usual benefits or (2) usual benefits. Regression analyses examined associations of the loss of or a reduction in benefits with the Healthy Eating Index-2015 (HEI-2015) scores of FAH purchases and CFP use. Benefit loss in the preceding year was related to a lower total HEI-2015 score for FAH acquisitions, whereas benefit reduction was associated with lower green/bean and added sugar scores and increased CFP use. This study suggests that the loss of or a reduction in SNAP benefits may adversely impact the quality of FAH purchases. The findings also suggest that efforts enhancing the nutrition environment of community food sources could support healthy food acquisition by families experiencing benefit reduction.

Evaluating the Impact of Six Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education Interventions on Children’s At-Home Diets

2014 ◽  
Vol 42 (3) ◽  
pp. 329-338 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pamela A. Williams ◽  
Sheryl C. Cates ◽  
Jonathan L. Blitstein ◽  
James C. Hersey ◽  
Katherine M. Kosa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition ◽  
Assistance Program ◽  
Education Interventions ◽  
Nutrition Assistance ◽  
The Impact ◽  
At Home

scholarly journals Dietary Quality of Bhutanese Refugee Adults Eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 174-174
Author(s):  
Alexandra Papadakis ◽  
Dustin Moore ◽  
Bishnu Khadka ◽  
Carrie Lyons ◽  
Richard Minard ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
New Hampshire ◽  
Pantothenic Acid ◽  
Saturated Fat ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ◽  
Food Sources ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition ◽  
Assistance Program ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Nutrition Assistance ◽  
Bhutanese Refugee

Abstract Objectives To characterize nutrient intakes and identify key food sources among Bhutanese refugee adults eligible for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits. Methods We recruited a convenience sample of Bhutanese refugee adults (n = 54, mean age = 47 y, 83% female) residing in New Hampshire. Diet was estimated from foods recorded using three 24-hr recalls. Selected nutrients included vitamins C, D, E, and K, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B6, folate, B12, pantothenic acid, calcium, magnesium, sodium, and saturated fat. Participants were categorized based on meeting the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) or Adequate Intake (AI) of selected nutrients. For sodium and saturated fat, meeting recommendations was defined as consuming <2300 mg/d and <10% of energy, respectively. Study visits were conducted by a trained bicultural and Nepali-speaking community health worker in partnership with a community-based organization. Results More than half of participants (68% to 90%) met recommendations for K, thiamin, niacin, folate, sodium, and saturated fat. However, a lower proportion (0% to 46%) consumed recommended amounts of C, D, E, riboflavin, B6, B12, pantothenic acid, calcium, and magnesium. Legume dishes and vegetable curries were leading contributors to C (40%), E (33%), B6 (21%), pantothenic acid (18%), and magnesium (25%) intakes. Milk and yogurt were primary contributors to riboflavin (23%), B12 (40%), and calcium (31%) consumption, and parboiled rice for B6 (28%) and pantothenic acid (24%). Conclusions In this descriptive study of low-income Bhutanese refugee adults, the prevalence of meeting guidelines was high for some nutrients, but others fell short of recommendations. Culturally specific foods were found to be key sources of inadequately consumed nutrients, which can inform the tailoring of dietary recommendations for this community. Funding Sources The New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and frequency of sugar-sweetened soft drink consumption among low-income adults in the US

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 147-157 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jiyeun Park ◽  
Hsien-Chang Lin ◽  
Chao-Ying Peng
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Soft Drink ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ◽  
Poverty Level ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition ◽  
Assistance Program ◽  
Soft Drink Consumption ◽  
The Us ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Nutrition Assistance

Background: The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was designed to help low-income people purchase nutritious foods in the US. In recent years, there has been a consistent call for banning purchases of sugar drinks in SNAP. Aim: The aim of this study was to examine the association between SNAP participation and the frequency of sugar-sweetened soft drink (SSD) consumption among low-income adults in the US. Method: Data came from the 2009–2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Low-income adults aged ≥20 years with a household income ≤250% of the Federal Poverty Level ( N = 1200) were categorized into two groups based on the household’s SNAP receipt: SNAP recipients ( n = 393) and non-recipients ( n = 807). Propensity-score matching was used to minimize observable differences between these two groups that may explain the difference in SSD consumption, generating the final sample of 393 matched pairs (SNAP recipients, n = 393; non-recipients, n = 393). An ordinal logistic regression was conducted on the matched sample. Results: SNAP recipients were more likely to report higher levels of SSD consumption, compared with non-recipients (adjusted odds ratio (AOR) = 1.55, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.17−2.07). Male gender (AOR = 1.69, 95% CI = 1.17−2.46), younger age (AOR = 0.97, 95% CI = 0.96−0.99), lower education level (AOR = 2.28, 95% CI = 1.33−3.89), and soda availability in homes (AOR = 2.24, 95% CI = 1.77−2.83) were also associated with higher levels of SSD consumption among low-income adults. Conclusions: SNAP participation was associated with frequent SSD consumption. To reduce SSD consumption, strategic efforts need to focus on educating people about the harms of SSD and promoting nutritious food choices with SNAP benefits.

scholarly journals Associations Between Dietary Quality and Inflammation Among Bhutanese Refugee Adults Eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 1064-1064
Author(s):  
Dustin Moore ◽  
Bishnu Khadka ◽  
Carrie Lyons ◽  
Richard Minard ◽  
Chinedu Ochin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
New Hampshire ◽  
Healthy Eating Index ◽  
Dietary Guidelines ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition ◽  
Assistance Program ◽  
Refined Grains ◽  
Tnf Α ◽  
Nutrition Assistance ◽  
Bhutanese Refugee

Abstract Objectives To quantify the associations between adherence to U.S. dietary guidelines and inflammation among Bhutanese refugee adults who are eligible to receive SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits. Methods A convenience sample of Bhutanese refugee adults (n = 53, mean age = 47 ± 2 years, 83% female) residing in New Hampshire was recruited. A bilingual community health worker conducted study visits. We estimated diet using the average of three 24-hour recalls. Adherence to U.S. dietary guidelines was defined using the 2015 Healthy Eating Index (HEI), where a higher score indicates greater adherence to guidelines. A fasting blood sample was analyzed for inflammatory biomarkers, IL-6 and TNF-α. The HEI score and score components were expressed in tertiles, and related to biomarkers using ANCOVA. Food rankings were conducted to identify contributors to HEI components. Results On average, participants lived in the U.S. for 7.8 ± 0.5 years, with a household size of 3.8 ± 0.2 members. The prevalence of overweight/obesity and type 2 diabetes was 82% and 41%, respectively. In multivariate adjusted models, individuals with higher HEI scores had significantly lower IL-6 concentrations (3.1 ± 0.5 pg/mL, 2.5 ± 0.4 pg/mL, and 2.0 ± 0.5 pg/mL by increasing HEI tertile, P-trend = 0.019). In examining the individual HEI components, greater consumption of total fruit (P-trend = 0.02) and whole fruit (P-trend = 0.017) was related to lower IL-6 concentrations, whereas refined grains was associated with higher values (P-trend = 0.036). We observed null associations with TNF-α. The top 5 contributors to fruit consumption were bananas (21.5%), apples (15.5%), mangos (15%), avocados (9.6%), and kiwis (8.8%); those for refined grains included parboiled rice (78.8%), white rice (6.1%), pasta (4.6%), crackers (1.3%), and white bread (1.3%). Conclusions In this cross-sectional study of low-income Bhutanese refugee adults, greater adherence to U.S. Dietary Guidelines, particularly for fruit and refined grain consumption, was associated with lower IL-6 concentrations. Over 70% of fruit and 90% of refined grains were represented by only a few foods, which can inform cultural tailoring of SNAP Education interventions in this understudied population. Funding Sources The New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station.

An Empirical Analysis of the Association Between Cigarette Smoking and Participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

2016 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 161-169
Author(s):  
Grace Bagwell Adams
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Strong Association ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ◽  
Tobacco Prevention ◽  
Consumer Expenditure ◽  
Poverty Level ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition ◽  
Assistance Program ◽  
Nutrition Assistance ◽  
Low Income Households

Purpose: To examine the association between smoking and participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) among low-income families. Design: A quasi-experimental design using pooled cross-sectional data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Expenditure Diary Survey. Setting: A national, representative sample of US households from 2005 through 2012. Participants: A total of 19 395 low-income households. Measures: US poverty thresholds were used, in conjunction with household income, to create a sample of families at 130% of the federal poverty level and below. Expenditures on cigarettes and self-reported enrollment in SNAP were used to measure smoking behavior and program participation, respectively. Analysis: Estimation of a maximum likelihood model was used to predict the probability of smoking given participation in SNAP. Results: The SNAP participation among low-income households was associated with a 30% ( P < .01) increase in the likelihood of a household containing at least 1 smoker, relative to low-income non-SNAP households. Among smokers, SNAP households do not spend more money on tobacco products than non-SNAP households. Conclusion: Given the strong association found between SNAP participation and smoking, connecting program participants who smoke to effective smoking cessation programs could be an effective tool in reducing the prevalence of smoking among the low-income population. States have a unique opportunity to use SNAP-Education programs to integrate tobacco prevention and cessation into curriculum for direct client impact.

scholarly journals Food insecurity and dietary intake by Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program participation status among mainland US Puerto Rican adults after the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

2019 ◽  
Vol 22 (16) ◽  
pp. 2989-2998 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amanda C McClain ◽  
Katherine L Tucker ◽  
Luis M Falcón ◽  
Josiemer Mattei
Keyword(s):  
Dietary Intake ◽  
Food Insecurity ◽  
Puerto Rican ◽  
Alcohol Intake ◽  
Healthy Eating Index ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ◽  
Nutrient Intakes ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition ◽  
Assistance Program ◽  
Nutrition Assistance

AbstractObjective:The 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) increased monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and expanded SNAP eligibility, yet limited evidence exists on the potential impact of ARRA on dietary intake among at-risk individuals. We aimed to examine pre-/post-ARRA differences in food insecurity (FI) and dietary intake by SNAP participation status.Design:Pre/post analysis.Setting:Boston, MA, USA.Participants:Data were from the longitudinal Boston Puerto Rican Health Study (2007–2015). The US Department of Agriculture ten-item adult module assessed FI. A validated FFQ assessed dietary intake. Diet quality was assessed using the Alternate Healthy Eating Index-2010 (AHEI-2010). Self-reported pre-/post-ARRA household SNAP participation responses were categorized as: sustained (n 249), new (n 95) or discontinued (n 58). We estimated differences in odds of FI and in mean nutrient intakes and AHEI-2010 scores post-ARRA.Results:Compared with pre-ARRA, OR (95 % CI) of FI post-ARRA were lower for all participants (0·69 (0·51, 0·94)), and within sustained (0·63 (0·43, 0·92)) but not within new (0·94 (0·49, 1·80)) or discontinued (0·63 (0·25, 1·56)) participants. Post-ARRA, total carbohydrate intake was higher, and alcohol intake was lower, for sustained and new participants, and dietary fibre was higher for sustained participants, compared with discontinued participants. Scores for AHEI-2010 and its components did not differ post-ARRA, except for lower alcohol intake for sustained v. discontinued participants.Conclusions:Post-ARRA, FI decreased for sustained participants and some nutrient intakes were healthier for sustained and new participants. Continuing and expanding SNAP benefits and eligibility likely protects against FI and may improve dietary intake.

scholarly journals Does Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Reduce Food Insecurity among Households with Children? Evidence from the Current Population Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 3178
Author(s):  
Jun Zhang ◽  
Yanghao Wang ◽  
Steven T. Yen
Keyword(s):  
Food Security ◽  
Food Insecurity ◽  
Current Population Survey ◽  
Population Survey ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program ◽  
Supplemental Nutrition ◽  
Assistance Program ◽  
Current Population ◽  
Households With Children ◽  
Nutrition Assistance

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is designed to improve household diet and food security—a pressing problem confronting low-income families in the United States. Previous studies on the issue often ignored the methodological issue of endogenous program participation. We revisit this important issue by estimating a simultaneous equation system with ordinal household food insecurity. Data are drawn from the 2009–2011 Current Population Survey Food Security Supplement (CPS-FSS), restricted to SNAP-eligible households with children. Our results add to the stocks of empirical findings that SNAP participation ameliorates food insecurity among adults only, but increases the probabilities of low and very low food security among children. These contradictory results indicate that our selection approach with a single cross section is only partially successful, and that additional efforts are needed in further analyses of this complicated issue, perhaps with longitudinal data. Socio-demographic variables are found to affect food-secure households and food-insecure households differently, but affect SNAP nonparticipants and participants in the same direction. The state policy tools, such as broad-based categorical eligibility (BBCE) and simplified reporting, can encourage SNAP participation and thus ameliorate food insecurity. Our findings can inform policy deliberations.

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