Tennessee requests federal permission to remove soda and sugary foods from SNAP benefits

Tennessee is pursuing a federal exemption that would limit the use of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to purchase certain sugary drinks and processed foods, as announced by Gov. Bill Lee on Friday. The exemption aims to allow SNAP beneficiaries to use their funds to buy hot chicken items, like rotisserie and grilled chicken, […]
New study: Stop drinking sugary drinks in Sierra Vista. Doctor Explains | State

diabetes health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “In managing diabetes, small steps today can have big benefits tomorrow.” In the news: New research shows beverage choice can have a significant impact on overall management and treatment of diabetes. Key Point: The study shows that “it is best for people with type 2 diabetes to reduce […]
New study: Stop drinking sugary drinks in Tucson. Doctor Explains | State

diabetes health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “In managing diabetes, small steps today can have big benefits tomorrow.” In the news: New research shows beverage choice can have a significant impact on overall management and treatment of diabetes. Key Point: The study shows that “it is best for people with type 2 diabetes to reduce […]
New study: Stop drinking sugary drinks in Flagstaff. Doctor Explains | State

diabetes health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “In managing diabetes, small steps today can have big benefits tomorrow.” In the news: New research shows beverage choice can have a significant impact on overall management and treatment of diabetes. Key Point: The study shows that “it is best for people with type 2 diabetes to reduce […]
New study: Stop drinking sugary drinks in Phoenix. Doctor Explains | State

diabetes health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “In managing diabetes, small steps today can have big benefits tomorrow.” In the news: New research shows beverage choice can have a significant impact on overall management and treatment of diabetes. Key Point: The study shows that “it is best for people with type 2 diabetes to reduce […]
New study: Stop drinking sugary drinks in Lake Havasu City. Doctor Explains | State

diabetes health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “In managing diabetes, small steps today can have big benefits tomorrow.” In the news: New research shows beverage choice can have a significant impact on overall management and treatment of diabetes. Key Point: The study shows that “it is best for people with type 2 diabetes to reduce […]