Las Vegas Food Pantry
Food as medicine farmers market
The Food As Medicine Farmers Market is a community-focused initiative that brings fresh, nutritious produce to those in need. By recognizing the vital link between diet and health, our market aims to empower individuals and families to make healthier food choices, combat chronic diseases, and improve overall well-being.
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702-462-2253
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About This Program
Food As Medicine Farmers Market is centered around accessibility, education, and community engagement. We set up our farmers market event at TJOP HQ, centrally located to serve areas with limited access to fresh produce.
In addition to providing no-cost fruits and vegetables, we offer nutritional education, recipes, and health screenings to encourage healthy eating habits and proactive healthcare. By integrating these elements, we aim to make a meaningful impact on the health outcomes of our community members.
Who We Serve
We strive to help people that have resorted to cutting back on quality and/or quality of groceries or skipping meals altogether.
There are no requirements to receive groceries through this program, however an appointment is required.
Community Impact
By improving access to nutritious foods, we’re helping to reduce the prevalence of diet-related chronic diseases in underserved areas.
The farmers market environment serves as a hub for community engagement, fostering a sense of togetherness and collective action toward better health outcomes.
Clients can choose the foods they want and need, preserving their sense of dignity and control over their own dietary choices. This method fosters independence, self-respect, and overall well-being, enhancing quality of life.
"Food As Medicine"
This concept plays a crucial role in maintaining our health and preventing or managing diseases.
By providing fresh and healthy food, we help reduce the health disparities caused by limited access and affordability to nutritious options.
Key Figures
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services:
- About half of all American adults have 1 or more preventable chronic disease, many of which are related to poor-quality eating patterns and physical inactivity. These include cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and poor bone health.
- Lower food security is associated with higher probability of chronic disease diagnosis — including hypertension, coronary heart disease, hepatitis, stroke, cancer, asthma, diabetes, arthritis, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), and kidney disease.