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... On January 26-27, 2009, workshop speakers provided presentations on how to measure and understand the extent of food deserts, their impact on individual behaviors and health outcomes in various populations, and effective ways to increase the availability of fruits and vegetables and to improve the food environment. Workshop participants also identified areas where additional research could be helpful to inform future efforts to increase the availability of affordable and nutritious foods.
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... To better understand the public health implications of food deserts, speakers reviewed the evidence on the link between different foods and health outcomes. The research showed that the increased consumption of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats slows weight gain but does not reduce weight unless they are substituted for other more energy-dense foods, and it does have benefits in terms of cardiovascular disease (CVD)
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... Meeting transcripts and presentations served as the basis for the summary. The planning committee served as the organizing body for the workshop, and they identified themes for the workshop and invited speakers from the United States and the United Kingdom to address the various issues.
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