Food insecurity is defined as a lack of consistent access to enough food for an active, healthy life. In 2018, roughly 1 in 9 Americans faced food insecurity, and these numbers have only risen due to Covid-19. Food insecurity is a complex problem that differs from hunger. Hunger refers to a physical sensation of discomfortContinue reading “An Introduction to Food Insecurity in America”
Category Archives: Food Insecurity
The Connection between Food Insecurity and Food Allergies
Emily Brown was your average American mom living in Kansas city with her two year old daughter who was allergic to peanuts, eggs, dairy, wheat, and soy. The extra cost of healthcare and special food meant that this family was forced to turn to meal assistance programs from local food pantries. With so many allergies,Continue reading “The Connection between Food Insecurity and Food Allergies”
Food Allergy Allies 