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Socioeconomic status and the hidden dangers of processed food and fast…
Socioeconomic status and the hidden dangers of processed food and fast food
High socioeconomic status communities
Fresh produce
Better life outcomes
Better cooking skills
Better food awareness
Higher Income
Culture, traditions and influences
Social norms
Healthy dietary patterns
Food security
Motivation for healthy lifestyle and goal setting
Higher levels of wellbeing
Exposure to healthy foods
Transportation - have access to personal vehicles - able to get to grocery stores
Improved mental health outcomes
Low socioeconomic status communities
limited access to affordable food
Risk of chronic disease
Heart Disease
Stroke
Diabetes
Cancers
adverse affect on mental heath and well-being
Psychological effects:
Food Insecurity
Anxiety - May worry about where next meal is coming from
Depression - May lose interest in activities they used to enjoy, including eating. They may also have trouble with sleeping and concentration.
Shame - May feel ashamed about their situation or worry about what others think of them, if they know they are struggling.
Anger - May cause lashing out or becoming withdrawn.
Fast Food
high levels of sugar, fats and calories - increases weight which leads to depression and anxiety
Mood - fast food has a negative impact on mood. - eating fast food causes sugar to spike, which leads to fatigue, irritability and anxiety
Low in nutrients which are essential for mental health such as magnesium, vitamin b12 and omega-3
Artificial flavours and colours can also impact mood.
Processed food
High levels of sugar, fats and calories.
Some mental health problems linked to processed food consumption:
Depression
Anxiety
ADHA
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia
Eating Disorders
Sleep Disorders
Self-Harm
Suicide
increased sugars increase depression and anxiety
Food desert - food desert areas where limited access to healthy food.
Food insecurity - a condition in which people lack reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable and nutritious food
Fast Food & processed food
Fast food
is prepared and served quickly:
usually high in fats, sugar and calories with a low nutritional value.
examples include hamburgers, fries, pizza and chicken nuggets.
Processed food
is altered from its natural state via methods such as freezing, canning and packaging.
usually high in fats, sugar and calories with a low nutritional value.
often bought in supermarkets and convenience stores
Examples include chips, cookies, candy and frozen dinners.
Health and wellbeing
Obesity
Heart disease
Diabetes
Diet used to prevent some health problems
Eating high processed foods and sugar can lead to mood swings and increased of depression.
A diet rich in fruits and vegetables and whole grains can have a positive impact on mental health.