Title

The Price of a Healthy Diet: For Whom is it Affordable?

Author

Katheryn L. Harkleroad, University of Southern Maine, Muskie School of Public Service

Date of Award

5-2014

Document Type

Capstone

Degree Name

Master of Public Policy and Management (PPM)

Department

Public Policy and Management

First Advisor

Prof. Lisa Morris

Keywords

poverty, nutrition guideline, health, Portland, Muskie School of Public Service

Abstract

This exploratory study addressed the gaps that current research has ignored. What have been missing are studies that focus on tangible costs of realistic, practical, and healthy meal plans. This study was not intended to measure a national average cost of eating a healthy diet. Rather, its focus was to examine the cost of healthy diet in a specific location.

Recommended Citation

Harkleroad, Katheryn L., "The Price of a Healthy Diet: For Whom is it Affordable?" (2014). Muskie School Capstones and Dissertations. 79.
https://digitalcommons.usm.maine.edu/muskie_capstones/79