In this final episode of the Hidden Hunger series, we delve into existing hidden hunger interventions, namely food assistance programs. We check back in with professors Erica Kenney and Tatiana Adreyeva to discuss how SNAP has helped alleviate malnutrition, as well as areas for improvement. Finally, we'll highlight how the COVID-19 pandemic may be impacting youth and the reality of food insecurity in today's environment.
Nutrition and public health professors Dr. Erica Kenney and Dr. Tatiana Adreyeva discuss how food environment, preferences, and marketing shape unhealthy eating among youth in America, as well as the policies that they believe could make a difference.