Dr. Eric Sherman, Chief Medical Officer for Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. joined Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen, officials from the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Department of Agriculture to discuss potential changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), excluding soda and energy drinks from its approved list of items.
“The focus is on behaviors encouraging physical activity, healthy food and drink choices, and healthy eating behaviors,” Dr. Eric Sherman said.