Dietary Intake of Women from Two Australian Cities Living in Poverty

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    Abstract

    This study assessed the quantity and quality of food consumed by Australian Capital Territory and Perth women living in poverty from July to October 2017. Sixty-six women, recruited through charitable food organizations, participated in one-on-one interviews and 24-hr dietary recall. Overall, diet quality was poor. Daily energy intakes ranged between 96 kJ-11450 kJ. 75% of women consumed below the minimum energy requirement for their age. Daily serve recommendations and Estimated Average Requirements for calcium, iron and potassium were not met. Urgent action is needed from government, health, food, and community sectors to address the ongoing challenges faced by women experiencing food insecurity.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)557-570
    Number of pages14
    JournalJournal of Hunger and Environmental Nutrition
    Volume19
    Issue number4
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 2024

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