Food desert
A geographic area where residents have limited access to affordable and nutritious food, particularly such an area composed of predominantly lower-income neighborhoods and communities (Adapted from USDA’s Food Access Research Atlas). Some researchers and community food advocates suggest alternative terminology such as “food swamp” or “food apartheid” where an overabundance of unhealthy choices inundate healthy […]
Food equity
When all people, regardless of race, income, neighborhood or immigration status, have reliable access to nutritious food that supports their well-being. (Source: Adapted from Partnership for a Healthier America)
Food insecurity
A household-level economic and social condition of limited or uncertain access to adequate food. (Source: USDA)
Food security
When people have access to enough safe and nutritious food for normal growth and development, and an active and healthy life. (Source: World Food Programme)