Tag: Seasonal shopping

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 90% of Americans do not eat enough vegetables, and 87% fall short on fruit intake. A common barrier is the perception that fruits and vegetables are too expensive, but it is entirely possible to get fruit and veggie servings in a cost-effective way with a few savvy strategies.

The average American eats approximately 1.5 cups of fruits and vegetables per day, falling short of the recommended 2 to 4 cups. To boost intake and ensure maximum flavor and nutrition, it's crucial to know how to select the best produce at the grocery store or farmers' market.

According to the USDA, fresh fruits and vegetables are eligible for SNAP benefits, and this includes pumpkins. This means **pumpkins fall under EBT**, but there is one key condition: they must be edible and purchased with the intent to be consumed, not solely for decoration.