Kansas City 'Community Groceries' Confront Tough Sell Amid Junk Food Era

Don't be distracted by hottie Dana enjoying some tacos that actually seem to be keeping her quite healthy. 

Now . . . 

We won't argue that providing healthy food in the urban core isn't an EXCELLENT idea . . . 

However . . .

Fact is that even in the most affluent American communities . . . People would rather consume junk food. 

The data and sales stats back up this contention that can be witnessed with even a casual glance at so many rapidly advancing/expanding body types. 

Still . . .

Even if it is taxpayer subsidized and the premise is a bit sketchy, we're glad this opinion exists for those who are dedicated to making better choices . . . Whilst we make another QT run . . .

Community Groceries hopes to combat the area's food desert. The idea came from founder Courtney Lee when she was searching for a way to combat childhood obesity. Lee found people were either driving 20-30 minutes to the grocery store or were shopping at gas stations and eating fast food.

Community Groceries hopes to provide affordable, accessible healthy-eating options to the area.

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

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