VeggieRx Nutrition Program

Learning how to thrive with the power of nourishing food
Our VeggieRx Nutrition Program is rooted in a trauma-informed approach to nutrition and wellness. We recognize that health comes in all sizes and that food is not only a source of nourishment but also a powerful tool for healing. By understanding how life experiences and trauma might affect individual relationships with food, we aim to create a supportive environment that fosters healing. We honor the joy and importance of consuming foods that are culturally relevant to our ancestors, traditions, or indigenous kin – as they play a vital part in our well-being.
With these values guiding our curriculum and offering VeggieRx Vouchers to purchase fresh fruits and veggies from local farmers, we support our participants in building a nourishing lifestyle!
All are welcome to join!
544 Attendees
engaged in our farmers’ market
cooking demos
$47,056
VeggieRx Vouchers redeemed
at farmers’ markets
105 Participants
engaged in our
VeggieRx Classes
*Data from 2023 Annual Report
our APPROACH
- Participants receive “prescription” VeggieRx Vouchers to purchase fresh fruits & veggies at local farmers’ markets.
- We are building community with recipe sharing, storytelling and discussing flavors for individual and cultural preferences.
- We teach how to create nutritious meals, emphasizing fiber, whole grains, and a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables.
- Participants learn how to balance fats, salts, and sugars in their daily meals for better health outcomes.
- Participants learn how to read nutrition labels on processed and canned foods to make informed food choices.
- We emphasize the importance of eating nutritious food on a budget by highlighting seasonal produce to get participants excited and confident about shopping at farmers’ markets.
Classes
Our VeggieRx Nutrition Classes are centered on guiding folks in applying our core nutrition values in their daily lives, providing ongoing support to motivate and encourage long-term behavior changes with trauma-informed care, and creating a safe space for building community with fellow participants.
- 8 live, virtual classes
- Classes in both English and Spanish
- Participate in guided conversations led by our team to expand your nutrition knowledge
- Gain access to an expansive library of healthy eating resources including cook-along videos, featuring culturally-relevant and seasonal recipes
- Receive VeggieRx Vouchers for purchasing fresh fruits and veggies from participating farmers’ markets
Interested in signing up?


Cooking Demos
Join us at the farmers’ markets and other sites around the Bay Area for our VeggieRx Cooking Demonstrations to learn how to utilize fresh, seasonal produce with tasty, culturally-relevant recipes!
And for folks who attend one of our demos, you’ll get some VeggieRx Vouchers to purchase fruits and veggies to try making the recipe at home!
Interested in attending our demos?
Community Nutrition Education Training (CNET)
Our Community Nutrition Education Training (CNET) offers a free 4.5 hr training for students or professionals in the field of nutrition and public health. The training includes topics such as nutrition basics, local and industrial food systems, trauma-informed approach, group facilitation, and planning a nutrition education series. Participants are eligible to receive a Certificate of Completion after completing the training.
Interested in the training?


Clinic Referrals
We partner clinics to provide holistic nutrition education and practical support through our referral program. By offering vouchers for fresh fruits and veggies at local Bay Area farmers’ markets, we align with the California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) program and Food as Medicine philosophy to enhance community health and well-being.
Interested in partnering with us?
Healthy Eating Resources
We’ve compiled a collection of resources to support your health and wellness journey. This includes materials featured in our VeggieRx Nutrition classes, along with nourishing recipes for you and your family, and more!
Interested in learning beyond the classroom?

“VeggieRX has made me more mindful about the food choices I make and I try to incorporate more fresh fruits and vegetables into my diet. The coupons have been great too because they make the farmers’ market more affordable.”
Melanie Monteverde, VeggieRx Participant from Peninsula Healthcare District