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Food Insecurity in School-Age Youth and their Families in Crook County,…
Food Insecurity in School-Age Youth and their Families in Crook County, Oregon
Conditions of Living in a Food Desert
Abundance of cheaper fast food chains and convenience stores.
Easier access than grocery stores (less travel, cheaper).
Youth consume more processed foods with saturated fats and added sugars.
Lack of Government Assistance
23% of families in Crook County do not qualify for federal assistance.
Perpetuation of food insecurity.
Limited options for fresh and healthy produce as grocery prices are too expensive for some families.
Families cannot depend on federal assistance for groceries.
Lack of Focus on Nutrition Education
Lack of awareness about chronic diseases caused by unhealthy diets.
Perpetuation of societal norms that undervalue nutrition and physical health.
Youth grow up with less knowledge about nutrition.
Adults are less likely to model positive behaviors to children about healthy eating.
High Grocery Expenditures
Crook County residents face one of the highest food expenditures in Oregon.
Grocery costs outweigh benefits of healthy eating.
Unreasonable Travel Distances for Groceries
Limited access to farmers markets and local grocery stores.
High cost of gas presents as a barrier to travel longer distances for fresh, healthy produce.
Youth are more likely to eat out at fast food chains and convenience stores.
Lack of Culturally-Appropriate Food Sources
Limited cultural and traditional produce and food items at grocery stores.
Lack of resources to grow fruits and vegetables that are common ingredients in traditional cooking.
Youth are discouraged from learning more about different cultures and cuisines.