Can extra cash for fruits and veggies fight food insecurity?
NCT ID NCT05978843
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether giving people different monthly amounts of money to buy fruits and vegetables helps them eat healthier and feel less food insecure. 242 adults in Stockton, CA were randomly assigned to receive $40, $80, or $110 per month for 6 months. Researchers tracked how much of the benefit was used and measured changes in diet and food security.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Monetary benefit to purchase fruits and vegetables
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show the best benefit amount to reduce food insecurity and improve diet in low-income populations.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study in one location, so results may not apply broadly. It tests a behavioral intervention, not a medical treatment.
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University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, California, 94110, United States