Food Insecurity And The Effect On College Students: An Analysis Of Food Pantries In A College Town In Appalachia
- ASU Author/Contributor (non-ASU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Emily Frymark (Creator)
- Institution
- Appalachian State University (ASU )
- Web Site: https://library.appstate.edu/
- Advisor
- Alisha Farris
Abstract: Food insecurity is especially prevalent in rural areas, and is a growing concern among college students. In 2017, 46.2% of college students experienced food insecurity in the Appalachia region. Food pantries play a role in limiting food insecurity by providing food at little-to-no cost. Yet, the nutritional and energetic contents available, especially as it relates to college-aged adults, is unknown. This study was conducted to assess and analyze the nutritional content of the foods available to college students from pantries located in close proximity to a college campus in the Appalachia region. Using the Healthy Food Pantry Assessment tool, food pantries were scored (0-100; arbitrary units) based on a visit and discussion with food pantry directors. Additionally, nutritional contents of pantry foods were examined in line with the dietary needs of a typical college student. Food pantry 1 scored 39, pantry 2 scored 59, and pantry 3 scored 60. The food that the pantries provided to their clients was aimed to supplement the client for a duration of 14 days. In general, students who rely on food pantries as their sole source of food do not reach recommendations set by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Food Insecurity And The Effect On College Students: An Analysis Of Food Pantries In A College Town In Appalachia
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Honors Project
- Frymark, E. (2019). Food Insecurity And The Effect On College Students: An Analysis Of Food Pantries In A College Town In Appalachia. Unpublished Honors Thesis. Appalachian State University, Boone, NC.
- Language: English
- Date: 2019
- Keywords
- food insecurity, college students, Appalachia, food pantry, nutrition