Diet of fruits and vegetables is ultimately cheaper, but Bostonians are hooked on fast, convenient food
As a National Health Journalism fellow, I will be examining the obstacles to healthy eating for low-income black families in Boston. Specifically, I will focus on the obstacles of food pricing, food access, and the “business of unhealthiness,” the web of market incentives that drive individuals towards unhealthy food choices. In addition, I will also examine the creative solutions local activists devise to overcome these barriers to a nutritious diet.
Veteran food policy journalist Christopher Cook offers context on "food deserts" and how to identify and report on them in your community.
