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Instacart Collaborates with Five Universities to Advance Food-as-Medicine Research

Instacart has formed a partnership with five higher education institutions to advance research on food-as-medicine initiatives. The collaborating universities include Meharry Medical College, The Ohio State University, the University of Kentucky, the University of Pennsylvania, along with researchers from the Duke Clinical Research Institute and the Louisiana Public Health Institute.

Research Projects Overview

The collaboration will encompass five research projects aimed at assessing the impact of food-as-medicine programs on health outcomes and cost management across diverse population groups. For instance, the initiative with The Ohio State University will investigate the influence of food-as-medicine interventions on Medicaid participants diagnosed with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome. This research will incorporate the use of Instacart Health’s Fresh Funds, which provide digital stipends for designated food categories, in conjunction with Virtual Storefronts that enable participants to acquire medically-tailored grocery lists created by registered dietitians.

Instacart’s Commitment to Food as Medicine

A statement from Sarah Fleisch, the senior director of policy research and development at Instacart, discussed the organization’s view on the potential of food as medicine. The statement underscored Instacart’s dedication to utilizing its technology and extensive network to support innovative research in this area.

Previous Initiatives

In recent months, Instacart has increased its emphasis on food-as-medicine initiatives. In the previous fall, the company collaborated with Wellness West to deliver groceries to individuals facing food insecurity and living with chronic illnesses in Chicago. Additionally, it partnered with Alignment Health to launch its inaugural Medicare Advantage Plan.

(Source: Food Service Director)

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