Balance of Food

In poor neighborhoods in large cities, bright shining large grocery stores aren't always an option. A recent study covered by the Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun-Times shows that for some people, access to fresh, good food at decent prices can lead to horrible consequences. The report is called "Examining the Impact of Food Deserts on Public Health in Chicago." It is supposed to be the first to examine the health implications of these "food deserts." But don't be fooled: other major cities have the same issues. Given some of the health findings such as the doubling of diabetes-related deaths in food deserts, this is as important as it has ever been. For those who don't know Chicago, the poorest areas on the West and South sides don't have a lot of regular grocery stores. The places they sell food are filled with less nutritious fare with not-so-great produce. There aren't a whole lot of cars in these areas. The better anybody can eat, the better their health can be.