Nutrition is one of the most powerful, yet most underused, tools in modern healthcare. As chronic, diet-related conditions continue to rise, organizations are increasingly looking toward Food as Medicine (FAM) strategies to improve health outcomes, reduce disparities, and lower costs.
This e-book breaks down the latest evidence, expert insights, and practical frameworks for integrating Food as Medicine into care models. Featuring guidance from Dr. Kofi Essel, Elevance Health’s Food as Medicine Program Director, it explores the relationship between nutrition, chronic disease, and health equity, and outlines actionable approaches for prevention, management, and treatment.
Inside the e-book, you’ll learn
What “Food as Medicine” really means in today’s healthcare ecosystem
How nutrition insecurity and food insecurity impact chronic disease
Evidence-based interventions such as medically tailored meals, produce prescriptions, and public nutrition programs
Elevance Health’s pillars for implementing, advancing, and advocating for FAM strategies
Real-world insights on reducing acute-care visits, improving diet quality, and supporting whole-person health
Whether you’re shaping policy, designing benefits, or improving population health programs, this guide offers practical, research-backed direction to help you drive meaningful impact.
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