Global food systems
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The document discusses how where you live affects what you eat at the local, national, and global levels. At the local level, some areas lack access to healthy foods while others focus on local and organic options. Nationally, the US has high rates of obesity and diet-related diseases while spending more on junk food subsidies than school lunches. Globally, a third of food is wasted while millions starve despite overall food production being able to feed 10 billion people.
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- Socio-cultural factors like preferences for fast and organic foods and economic issues like income levels and food pricing affect what people consume. Political stability of food supply and food safety standards also impact diets.
- Inadequate food intake
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2) Over time, food consumption patterns have changed as incomes have risen. DCs are eating more variety and healthier options, while LDCs are incorporating more protein. However, instability and affordability continue to influence diets.
3) The main reasons for variations include differences in purchasing power due to economic development levels, stability of food supply affected by disasters and
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