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Nutrition Security

Evidence-informed definition Updated November 13, 2025 How to cite this entry

The consistent access, availability, and affordability of foods and beverages that promote well-being and prevent and, if needed, treat disease.

Craig, H. C., Sharib, J. R., Ridberg, R., Caldwell, J., Shah-Patel, D., Warner, K., De la Haye, K., Livings, M., Brown, M. C., Chao, C., Habib, M., Cushing-Haugen, K., Nau, C., Schwartz, P., & Mozaffarian, D. (2025). Development and validation of a brief Nutrition Security Screener (NSS) for clinical and public health settings. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajcnut.2025.08.017

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