M3 Slides: Nutrition Programs, Food Security & Sustainability in America

Question 1

What do national surveys that monitor nutrition in the US evaluate?

Answer 1

• Dietary status
• Nutritional adequacy of the food supply
• Food assistance
• Policies & education programs

Question 2

Food insecurity and children are associated with

Answer 2

• Lower dietary quality
• Decreased intake of vegetables
• Poor overall health & mental health
• Obesity

Question 3

Food insecurity and adults are associated with

Answer 3

• Inadequate vitamins A & B-6
• Inadequate vegetable, fruit, dairy intake
• Poor physical & mental health status
• Inflammation, sleep disorders, kidney disease, HIV, diabetes, depression in women

Question 4

Entitlement Programs

Answer 4

• Programs funded by congress for any person who qualifies due to level of income or other eligibility requirements
• Ex: SNAP

Question 5

Non-entitlement Program

Answer 5

• Programs that compete for funds through the congressional appropriation process and establish eligibility requirements for recipients
• Ex: National School Lunch Program & WIC