Position of the American Dietetic Association: Food Insecurity and Hunger in the United States

Holben, David H.

doi:10.1016/j.jada.2006.01.016

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“…The American Dietetic Association states that addressing food insecurity and hunger in the United States is imperative (13). Food insecurity and hunger are public health issues that result in negative health outcomes, including obesity (14), poor dietary intake (15), and mental illness and gastrointestinal infections (16); the role of food insecurity on the psychological wellbeing of Hispanics is limited, so we addressed such a gap in the literature.…”

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confidence: 99%

Association Between Food Insecurity and Serious Psychological Distress Among Hispanic Adults Living in Poverty

Becerra¹,

Sis-Medina²,

Reyes³

et al. 2015

Prev. Chronic Dis.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Association Between Food Insecurity and Serious Psychological Distress Among Hispanic Adults Living in Poverty

Becerra¹,

Sis-Medina²,

Reyes³

et al. 2015

Prev. Chronic Dis.

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“…Ultimately, however, innovative programs to promote and support economic self-sufficiency for individuals, families, and households are the best way to reduce food insecurity [34, 70]. …”

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The Intersection between Food Insecurity and Diabetes: A Review

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Access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food not only affects the health of people who experience food insecurity, but also their ability to manage health conditions, such as diabetes. When people find it difficult to access sufficient food, tailoring their food selection to a diabetes regimen is even more difficult. Food insecurity in North America is consistently more prevalent among households with a person living with diabetes, and similarly, diabetes is also more prevalent in food-insecure households. Diabetes management can be stressful due to the many required responsibilities; when compounded with food insecurity, it becomes an even greater challenge. As a result, many food-insecure diabetics find themselves caught between competing priorities such as procuring food, prescribed medications and supplies for diabetes, and managing other living expenses, potentially worsening their condition and overall health. Healthcare providers should be aware and informed about the significant role that food security can play in the prevention and management of diabetes.

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“…[3] Numerous definitions have been proposed to classify these terms, but the most commonly referenced resource for definition and measurement is the USDA. It defines household food security as “access by all members at all times to enough food for an active, healthy life.” [1] At a minimum, nutritionally adequate and safe foods are readily available and can be acquired in socially acceptable ways (i.e.…”

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“…Numerous studies have named low-income, single-female headed households, minority race, lower education levels, and more children or other household members as characteristics associated with this form of hardship. [3–6] Other research suggests limited availability and accessibility to healthy food outlets as another contributor. [7, 8] These factors often provoke changes in dietary intake and food behaviors.…”

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Exploring Mediators of Food Insecurity and Obesity: A Review of Recent Literature

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One in seven American households experience food insecurity at times during the year, lack of money and other resources hinder their ability to maintain consistent access to nutritious foods. Low-income, ethnic minority, and female-headed households exhibit the greatest risk for food insecurity, which often results in higher prevalence of diet-related disease. The food insecurity-obesity paradox is one that researchers have explored to understand the factors that influence food insecurity and its impact on weight change. The aim of this inquiry was to explore new evidence in associations of food insecurity and obesity in youth, adult, and elderly populations. A literature search of publication databases was conducted, using various criteria to identify relevant articles. Among 65 results, 19 studies conducted since 2005 were selected for review. Overall, the review confirmed that food insecurity and obesity continue to be strongly and positively associated in women. Growing evidence of this association was found in adolescents; but among children, results remain mixed. Few studies supported a linear relationship between food insecurity and weight outcomes, as suggested by an earlier review. New mediators were revealed (gender, marital status, stressors, and food stamp participation) that alter the association; in fact, newer studies suggest that food stamp participation may exacerbate obesity outcomes. Continued examination through longitudinal studies, development of tools to distinguish acute and chronic food insecurity, and greater inclusion of food security measurement tools in regional and local studies are warranted.

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Position of the American Dietetic Association: Food Insecurity and Hunger in the United States

Cited by 74 publications

References 72 publications

Association Between Food Insecurity and Serious Psychological Distress Among Hispanic Adults Living in Poverty

Association Between Food Insecurity and Serious Psychological Distress Among Hispanic Adults Living in Poverty

The Intersection between Food Insecurity and Diabetes: A Review

Exploring Mediators of Food Insecurity and Obesity: A Review of Recent Literature

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