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Pine Bluff major wants new food options to become a healthier city

Making sure people have access to healthy and affordable foods is a problem across Arkansas, and Pine Bluff is working to solve the issue one healthy step at a time. PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Making sure people have access to healthy and affordable foods is a problem across Arkansas, and it’s an issue that’s difficult to address. A “food desert” is an area that has limited access to affordable and nutritious food. These food deserts can have long-term impacts that span across generations. The City of Pine Bluff is experiencing this issue, but the community is working to solve it…
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Michelle Obama launches a food company to produce healthier options for kids: Shots

Michelle Obama promoted healthy eating habits when she was first lady. Now, as co-founder of PLEZi Nutrition, she aims to give parents healthier food options for their kids. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images hide caption toggle captions Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Michelle Obama promoted healthy eating habits when she was first lady. Now, as co-founder of PLEZi Nutrition, she aims to give parents healthier food options for their kids. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Michelle Obama is taking on a new role as the co-founder of PLEZi Nutrition, which aims to market food and beverages for kids that are both tasty and healthy. The company,…