Food Insecurity Basics
What is food insecurity?
Lack of access to enough safe, nutritious food.
What percent of college students experience food insecurity?
2/3 or 66%
Which nutrient is commonly lacking in food-insecure households?
Fresh fruits/Vegetables
Which continent has the highest food insecurity rates?
Africa
What does SNAP stand for?
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Which agency measures U.S. food insecurity?
USDA
What group faces higher hunger risk?
First-generation students
Long-term effect of childhood food insecurity?
Greater chronic disease risk
Global hunger target year?
2030
What was SNAP previously called?
Food Stamp Program
What percentage of U.S. households experienced food insecurity in 2023?
12.8%
What is the most common coping strategy among food-insecure students?
Buying cheaper, less nutritious food.
Which food group is most limited in food-insecure households?
Fresh produce
Which organization tracks world hunger?
FAO
Largest U.S. hunger relief organization?
Feeding America
What is a food desert?
An area with limited access to affordable, nutritious food.
What campus factor increases food insecurity?
High textbook prices
How does food insecurity affect mental health?
Higher anxiety and depression
Region facing drought-related hunger?
Horn of Africa
Which program provides school lunches in Florida for Children?
Feeding Dreams
Which group is most affected by food insecurity?
Children
Which resource helps students access free groceries?
On-campus food pantry
What is hidden hunger?
Micronutrient deficiency
Define malnutrition
Poor nutrient intake or absorption.
Best campus strategy to reduce food insecurity?
Lower dining plan costs + expand food pantry