US Food Security Terms Flashcards
no reported indications of food access problems or limitations
high food security
one or two reported indications of problems like anxiety over food sufficiency or shortage of food in the house. Little or no indication of changes in diets or food intakes
marginal food security
reports of reduced quality, variety or desirability of diet. Little or no indication of reduced food intake
low food security
reports of multiple indications of disrupted eating patterns and reduced food intake
very low food security
what are the two types of food security?
high food security
marginal food security
what are the two types of food insecurity?
low food security
very low food security
a family who has a full refrigerator and pantry, without shortages
high food security
a parent who worries that the food purchased will not last until the next paycheck
marginal food security
a family whose diet centers on inexpensive, low nutrient foods like refined grains, processed meats, sweets and fats
low food security
a family in which one or more members have gone to bed hungry, lost weight, or have not eaten for a whole day because they did not have enough food
very low food security
