Meanwhile, congressional leaders remain locked in a bitter stalemate over health care policy with no indications of a breakthrough on the disagreements that caused the government to close its doors on Oct.

People can die” from even short gaps in nutrition and food access, experts say ahead of SNAP benefits not going out in November.

Americans face a "tough time" as food banks are unlikely to be able to meet the demand amid the government shutdown.

Village Family Food Pantry provides food and clothing every fourth Sunday in Norfolk, helping residents navigate rising grocery costs and SNAP benefit changes.

Families who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, better known as SNAP, may have to look for help elsewhere for food assistance come November if the U.S. government shutdown

As Neely Snyder says, “Access to nutritious food is critical to health and resilience. Focusing on food as medicine reaffirms this connection.” By putting nourishing food within reach for every community, Minnesota strengthens families, supports farmers, and creates a healthier future for all.

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, dietitians reveal how many plant-based foods you should be eating each week — and why eating a rainbow matters.

The state has allocated $30 million in emergency food assistance to provide meals to the 3 million New Yorkers set to lose food stamps this week because of the ongoing U.S. government shutdown.