Fresh Food as Healthcare | Park City News

Park City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 18, 2026 · 1m

Fresh produce is becoming prescription medicine in a groundbreaking program called the Food Farmacy, where doctors refer patients with chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension to receive nutritious food straight from community gardens, local farms, and rescued restaurant meals. Every two weeks, volunteers deliver groceries to homes, while alternate weeks feature lively pop-up farmers markets outside the clinic—where recipients pick their own food, chat with staff about recipes, and even help shape what grows next. It’s not just about feeding bodies—it’s building community, empowering…