Daniel Rosen, MA, Co-founder of the Coalition for Carceral Nutrition and Public Health Fellow at the Bard Prison Initiative, discusses food and eating conditions in prison and jails, and the food industry that profits from the exploitation of those who ar
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Nourishing Justice: Food Standards in Prisons
This chapter examines the shortcomings of dietary guidelines in prisons and jails, highlighting the lack of adherence to U.S. nutritional standards. It discusses the emotional and physical impact of inadequate food quality on inmates and the need for legislative reform to promote healthier options. The conversation connects the importance of nutrition to broader themes of dignity, mental health, and safety within the carceral system.
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