Food Security Flashcards
1
Q
What was the average calorie intake in 1940?
A
2350
2
Q
What was the average calorie intake in 2000?
A
1750
3
Q
How much of it’s own food does the UK produce?
A
60%
4
Q
What was the effect of WW2 on food availability?
A
- global food shortages
- rations of foods
- disrupted imports
5
Q
What is food security?
A
When all people at all times have access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food to maintain a healthy and active life
6
Q
How many people in the UK don’t have enough to eat?
A
5 million
