One significant component of this is poor mental health.

A 2021 study from theJournal of American College Healthinvestigated how food insecurity impacted a group of college students.

The biggest piece of advice is, hey dont be afraid to ask for help, says DePoala.

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There is an unfair and unjust stigma that is far too often associated with needing support.

US Department of Agriculture.Food waste FAQs.

The White House.Biden-Harris administration national strategy on hunger, nutrition, and health.

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