Food Systems and Public Health Disparities

Published: July 2009

ID #: 1027

Journal: J Hunger Environ Nutr

Authors: Neff RA, Palmer AM, McKenzie SE, Lawrence RS

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This article reviews literature examining the impact food systems have on creating and exacerbating health disparities in the United States. It highlights directions for future research and policies to address the health disparities created by food systems.

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Keywords: Commodity foods, Community setting, Competitive foods, Farmers' markets, Food advertising, Food outlet, Food systems, Healthy food financing, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Taxes, Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

Focus Areas: Food Access, Food Marketing, Nutrition Policy & Programs, Pricing & Economics, School & After School

Resource Type: Journal Article

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