Food Security
Limited access to affordable, nutritious food leaves many communities without the resources needed to maintain healthy diets, contributing to chronic health issues and deepening inequities. Food deserts and other barriers to healthy food can increase the risk of preventable conditions like diabetes and heart disease.
We’re interested in raising awareness of barriers to food access and highlighting policies, programs, and solutions that can help more individuals and families access the nutritious food they need.
FAQ
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Food security means having reliable access to enough affordable, nutritious food to support a healthy life.
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Adequate nutrition helps children grow, adults stay productive, and families thrive. Healthy diets not only improve individual well-being but also support stronger, more resilient communities.
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Food deserts are areas with limited access to affordable, nutritious food, often due to a lack of nearby grocery stores, farmers' markets, or healthy food retailers. These areas are typically found in low income urban neighborhoods or rural regions, where residents may rely on fast food or convenience stores with limited healthy options.
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Cost, transportation, distance to grocery stores, and limited availability of healthy options can all make nutritious food harder to access.
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Reliable access to nutritious food supports overall health and can help reduce the risk of diet-related health conditions. When healthy food is difficult to access, existing health disparities can become worse.
