Objective 1
These households have access to healthy food and do not face hunger.
What is food secure?
The percentage of U.S. adults are affected by obesity
What is over 40%?
This is the target percentage of daily calories from added sugars set by national guidelines.
What is 11.5%?
Limited access to this type of infrastructure makes it difficult to move up economically.
What is transportation, good schools, food assistance programs, etc.
Populations more likely to be affected by obesity due to health disparities
What are low-income communities and racial/ethnic minorities?
This group is especially affected by high sugar intake and early dietary habits.
Who are children and adolescents?
This percentage of U.S. households were food insecure in 2024.
What is 13.7%?
Name one mental health challenge associated with obesity
What is depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem?
Nurses teach patients to read this label to identify hidden sugars.
What is the Nutrition Facts label?
This barrier includes historical discrimination and unfair policies keeping families in cycles of poverty.
What are systemic barriers?
This chronic disease is commonly associated with obesity
What is Type 2 Diabetes?
These three categories are the main sources of added sugars in the American diet.
What are sugar-sweetened beverages, desserts, and processed foods?
Nurses use this method to bring up food insecurity without making the patient feel judged.
What is a screening tool or protocol?
Nurses monitor this measurement to identify individuals at risk for obesity
What is Body Mass Index (BMI)?
These nutrient-dense foods are often replaced by high-sugar foods.
What are fruits, vegetables, and whole grains?