Reseach has determined that additional SNAP dollars increase household food expenditures, and were also associated with gains in dietary quality, energy density, nutrient density, and fruit and vegetable consumption. However, additional research suggests that the evidence about the relationship between SNAP participation and obesity levels is mixed. Some studies show reduced obesity as households access SNAP benefits, while other studies indicate that obesity can worsen with long-term participat

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Research suggests that the evidence about the relationship between SNAP participation and obesity levels is mixed. Some studies show reduced obesity as households access SNAP benefits, while other studies indicate that obesity can worsen with long-term participation in SNAP. Federal agencies are working to reduce the obesity problem, especially for participants in food safety net programs.

Reseach Has Determined That Additional SNAP Dollars Increase Household Food