Feeding America and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics issued Medically Tailored Groceries Nutrition Standards for CBOs, a new resource to improve health outcomes through community and emergency food programs. While the sentiment is not new, the research qualifies and quantifies recommended foods to offer for people managing diabetes, cardiovascular disease and hypertension. 

Specific examples are listed for disease states and cultural preferences. 

Bottom line: if you have a pantry or meal program, this is a helpful guide.