Food insecurity is defined simply as not enough access to sufficient, quality, food to meet one's basic needs. In the United States alone, 1 in 8 people face hunger every day, including more than 12 million children and nearly one-third of college students -- all this happening in one of the most abundant food producing countries in the world. Food insecurity is associated with many health-related issues such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, obesity and depression, costing the United States billions in healthcare dollars.
But what can be done?
During a free community webinar "Closing the Meal Gap" interactive presentation, the American Dairy Association of Indiana and other organizers will begin the discussion about the community food experience, learn from those directly impacted by hunger and food insecurity and walk away with support solutions to affect change in the health of communities.
Join online Sept. 21 at 3 p.m. ET as ADA partners for this free educational session with Ball State College of Health and Second Harvest Food Bank, designed to put a spotlight on hunger and its impact on health.
Register at https://bit.ly/3DFfgNr
Categories: Indiana, Education, Rural Lifestyle