Examine the relationship between food security and health.

Question 1

Intro & definitions

Answer 1

Food insecurity is the status of people who live with hunger, fear of hunger, or starvation.

Question 2

Paragraphs

Answer 2

• Child stunting and wasting
• Obesity
• Mental health

Question 3

Examples of child wasting and stunting

Answer 3

In 2016, 42% of children in India were stunted.

In Afghanistan, it was 53%.

Question 4

Explanation for child wasting and stunting

Answer 4

Children in poor households are not only likely to be fatter, but also shorter than children from affluent families.

Question 5

Examples for obesity

Answer 5

Fast food outlets such as burger bars, kebabs, chicken shops, chip shops, and pizza outlets increase in concentration in socially deprived areas.

Obesity is most prevalent in England in the north, such as in cities like Leeds.

Question 6

Explanation for obesity

Answer 6

With deprivation, obesity rates in children and adults increase, and consumption of fruit and vegetables decrease.

Question 7

Examples for mental health

Answer 7

Food insecurity is associated with a 257% higher risk of anxiety.

Question 8

Explanation for mental health

Answer 8

This can lead to decreased energy, self-esteem, and loneliness. Also, diet is very interconnected with mental health. A poor diet can decrease a person’s mood and ability to focus.